"I was looking for somewhere to branch out and express what was inside of me. I have slowly gotten more confident about my writing because it isn't just me, I have a team behind me. The support is great. Whatever you do is good, it doesn't mean that you don't have to work on things, but there is an acceptance... DreamYard definitely connects. It helped me make up my mind about my career."
- Meighan Akon, 16 years old
About DreamYard
Mission
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DreamYard is committed to helping transform Bronx public schools and communities through the power of collaborative, project-based arts learning. As one of the largest arts education providers in the Bronx, DreamYard impacts the social and intellectual growth of thousands of Bronx youth through safe, positive and creatively challenging programs.
DreamYard’s team of professional artists partner with classroom teachers and community educators to help students learn in new ways and develop literacy and communication skills. Through yearlong programs offered during the school day, after-school, on weekends and during the summer, DreamYard supports youth development, enhances life-long learning skills and promotes creative thinking and expression.