Speaking Out Collective

Our Old MacDonald mental health puppet tours continued to help PreK-2 and their families talk about mental health and neurodiversity disorders. We served 1,118 children and 367 adults. Student struggles in the classroom, at home and in their community are not unique to one demographic. Most communities have encountered and documented these experiences000. We cannot simply ignore the mental health crisis that has only grown. Our puppet shows, based on consultations with licensed psychologists and statistically increasing disorders, help children understand that you are okay just as you are and can talk about whatever youre feeling. Across the state, community centers, schools and childcare centers experienced the positive and lasting impact of this programming.

Our outreach program continues to develop and offer professional development that is used by PrK-6 schools, high schools, national colleges, and school districts around arts-based critical literacy fundamentals and methodology. We use artistry, fun and joy to improve student and community success at every age. We are purposely rooted in story, storytelling and story-making, and driven by communities to foster connections, and find solutions that celebrate everyone.