PTA Funded Enrichment Programs
Because of the generous support of our PS 34 community, the PTA is able to fund a variety of in-school enrichment programs that help achieve our mission of educating the whole child. Each child in grades Pre-K - 5 receives PTA funded in-school enrichment programming.
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ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
Eckford Street Art Studio (Pre-k)
ESS Community Projects @ Eckford Street Studio provides art for our PreK and K classes. The program pairs a professional Teaching Artist with classroom teachers to infuse and enhance the classroom curriculum with art making. During these partnerships, students and teachers learn about historical and contemporary art and artists, explore new materials and processes, and practice analyzing and discussing artwork. Units are co-planned by PS34 and ESScp staff to engage and respond to students' interests while deepening their understanding of school subjects. Residencies culminate in an in-school art exhibition for parents and the school community to enjoy.
Eckford Street Studio was founded in 2013 by artist, educator, and PS34 parent Kristin Melkin, and received 501(c)(3) status in 2018 as ESS Community Projects. ESScp provides art experiences and instruction for all ages, from 6 months to adults, with the mission of bringing high quality art education to all members of our North Brooklyn community regardless of income or experience.
Dance by Marquis Studios - Kindergarten through 5th Grade
Marquis Studios is a 42‐year‐old nonprofit organization providing arts education services to more than 170 New York City public schools. They offer a full spectrum of residencies that encourage student exploration of visual arts, theater, music, dance, architecture, circus arts and puppetry. Their goal is to develop a passion for creative learning in each and every child allowing students to reach their full potential.
Dance focuses on body movement to music as a form of artistic expression. Dance builds strength, stimulates the imagination and invites a new kind of self-awareness.