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Exhibit A
<br /> ALBI ARTS-BASED MINDFULNESS PROGRAM: REVISED SCOPE OF WORK
<br /> SCOPE OF WORK: A and B.) DETAILS OF THE YOUTH PROGRAM AND TARGET POPULATION
<br /> Our program implements primary prevention strategies on youth violence, using multi systematic approaches in early
<br /> childhood support for teachers, families and children. Young children will participate in arts-based activities that combine
<br /> social emotional learning (SEL), mindfulness and yoga, while teachers and families are equipped with the tools to sustain
<br /> healthy behaviors for a lifetime.
<br /> ALBI's arts-based mindfulness program is modeled after our Out-of-School Time (OST) 2017-2020 camps combined with
<br /> standards and lessons from evidence-based best practices developed by: 1-The Collaborative for Academic, Social and
<br /> Emotional Learning (CASEL), 2-The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and 3-The CA
<br /> Arts Standards. These mixed-method strategies use progressive arts-based lessons coupled with foundational areas of
<br /> SEL and character building to strengthen underlying development processes such as focus, resilience and self-care. The
<br /> program prepares young children to use their creative talents to develop a sense of identity, independence, discipline and
<br /> self-worth through a series of coordinated activities and experiences that help them to become socially, emotionally,
<br /> physically, morally, and cognitively competent. Young children will develop and apply valuable tools for maneuvering
<br /> through life's many challenges while teachers and families participate in meaningful proficiency workshops that support
<br /> children's growth as well as their own mental and physical health. Teachers, families, and caregivers will learn ways to
<br /> help reduce and manage stress and anxiety, improve wellness, strengthen relationships and connectivity, and build
<br /> healthy habits using mindful strategies and coping tools to support self-care and enhance community well-being.
<br /> Program Target Audience: Santa Ana at-risk youth ages 3years-10 years attending Monte Vista Elementary School
<br /> Program Tasks: Every class encompasses the development of English-Language skills as well as provides opportunities
<br /> for children to explore and innovate their ideas through creative expression. Students experience a wide variety of
<br /> techniques and methods to produce meaningful artworks ready for showcase. We teach a full sequence of skills that
<br /> allows students to perform at their best. Each day is wrapped with SEL and character building activities. Students
<br /> participate in collaborative groups that identify and develop personal leadership skills, positive attitudes and behaviors,
<br /> which lead to accomplishments and proud achievements towards a healthy life. Program activities and outcomes are
<br /> defined based on four main areas to encourage positive youth development included in classroom time:
<br /> 1. SKILL BUILDING/CREATING: Learning activities include skills assessment, goal planning, and group
<br /> activities, with an emphasis on personal development, critical thinking, centered on violence prevention.
<br /> Students will learn foundational skills to conceptualize, develop, and refine ideas that are methodically
<br /> explored and analyzed through a multitude of arts-based activities combined with problem solving and
<br /> personal development. Expert teaching artists will conduct classes on life skills, self and body awareness,
<br /> self-identity, conflict resolution, and communication through body awareness, breath, and mindfulness.
<br /> 2. RESPONDING/CONNECTING: Working activities involve different types of arts-based activities such as theatre
<br /> and dance to build communication, problem-solving skills, team building, and empathy by connecting with peers
<br /> and adults who demonstrate positive social behaviors. Additionally, students participate in emerging visual and
<br /> literary arts with an emphasis on more solitary activities that can allow for self-reflection and mood control.
<br /> Activities will also help students discover an appreciation and inspiration for optimal growth as well as motivation
<br /> to achieve personal goals.
<br /> 3. PERFORMING/PRESENTING: Meaningful activities allow students to use their creative talents to develop a
<br /> sense of identity, independence, discipline, and self-worth. After weeks of preparation, students proudly
<br /> showcase their art projects, social-emotional journals and final video performances. In their final
<br /> presentation, students will demonstrate mastery of arts-based and mindfulness skills to highlight leadership
<br /> skills, self-confidence, socialization and self-efficacy.
<br /> 4. RECOGNITION: Students will participate in SEL activities to gain an understanding of humane values,
<br /> empathy, and a sense of social justice. Activities are focused on social and behavioral skills in youth
<br /> violence prevention; such as anti-bullying, accepting differences in others, recognizing and learning to deal
<br /> with their emotions. Students will be recognized for their accomplishments during regular performance
<br /> evaluations and feedback provided by the teachers, their culminating presentation, and individualized
<br /> coping skills toolbox.
<br /> Program Deliverables: During the program, students spend 50-minute sessions working on various skills in performing
<br /> arts to prepare for a final showcase: pre-post assessments, a performance video on crime prevention, art journals and a
<br /> coping mechanisms box.
<br /> 1. Pre-Post Assessments: We use a rubric to measure mastery(pretest) and (posttest) of skills, as our assessment
<br /> method per session.
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