| GROUND UP is a design-build education program which brings together local artists, activists, public school students and teachers to work directly with architects on campus and community improvement projects. |
THE WISHING GARDEN
(2002-2004): M.S. 131 students transformed the front of their school into a sculpture garden dedicated to wishing. |
THE AVENUE OF THE IMMIGRANTS (2004-2006):
M.S. 131 students partnered with community activists to create a public art installation celebrating the rich history of immigrant contributions to the Lower East Side.
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THE CHILDREN'S GARDEN
(2004-present):
With P.S. 134, HSC initiated a school-wide program to transform a derelict community garden into an outdoor classroom for inter-disciplinary hands-on learning. |
CITIZEN DESIGNER INTERNSHIP
is an after-school and summer internship program that empowers young adults to improve public spaces in under-served communities through hands-on experience with design and advocacy. Visit our Citizen Designer blog. |
ROBIN HOOD FOUNDATION LIBRARY INITIATIVE (2005-2006):
In service of the Robin Hood Foundation’s goals to increase student literacy and achievement through its Library Initiative, HSC partnered with the Foundation to integrate students and teachers into the library design process through a series of educational workshops. |
