In 2015, Brooklyn Collaborative and Brooklyn New School, in conjunction with NYC Councilmember Brad Lander, community members and youth activists created our Dance Fitness Studio with funds from Participatory Budgeting. We recognize the power of civic participation, and we are grateful for a democratic process that brings greater resources to our students. Because of the kindness and generosity of Participatory Budgeting, our students and staff have a beautiful space to promote healthy habits.
We had a wonderful ribbon cutting ceremony today – Wed Jan 10 at 10am!
Students, staff, families, and community members joined us to inaugurate our first dedicated space for movement: the 610 Henry Dance Fitness Studio, with City Councilmember Brad Lander, Max Drury (the student who made the original proposal for participatory budgeting), and dance and yoga and theatre teachers and students in our two schools. For videos of performances, please see the extended album.
Order of Speakers / Shares
BCS Yoga Teacher Arden – Opening / Sun Salutation – Councilmember Lander even participated in the community pose!
BNS Movement Warm up: second grade Amanda’s class with Donna
Councilmember Brad Lander
Max & Cedar Drury & Alissa Schwartz
Marya Warshaw, Founding and Executive Director of Brooklyn Arts Exchange
BCS Drama Teacher Kori
BNS fifth grade Dance club with Rachel
BCS Cheer Team and Coaches Chrissy and Tiffany
Donna: Community Dance Closing
As Marya from BAX said so eloquently, moving is a part of learning. We are thrilled to debut this incredible fitness studio for the 1300+ students in Grades PreK-12 at our two schools!
