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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage and Arts & Humanities! |
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This month we are celebrating Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month and Arts & Humanities Month!
To celebrate Arts & Humanities Month, our spotlight series focuses on the importance of music education. Read below for how music has impacted the lives of two talented young musicians, and why they believe music education matters. We feature Sophia Cho, former NVCS student and teacher, and daughter of Jeanette Cho, a member of our Board of Directors; and Emmanuel Palacios, former student and current piano volunteer.
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As many of you may know, Joel (Executive Director), his daughter Betsy (volunteer Development Coordinator), and Adrian (Music Program Coordinator) are from Lima, Peru. Today, we give them a quick shout and celebrate their contributions to our school and our community; as well as celebrate the contributions and influence of all Hispanic/Latinx community members. |
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For a list of virtual events that celebrate Hispanic/Latinx Heritage in the City of Los Angeles, please visit: culturela.org
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October Spotlight: Sophia Cho |
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Teaching music is more than learning to keep a steady beat, or learning how to read music notation. Music takes care of the child as a whole, which is why each child deserves an equal opportunity to music education. Music help students with socio-emotional learning by giving them a tool they can use to express how or what they are feeling. Additionally, musical activities, such as group games, rehearsal, or lessons, give children the opportunity to exercise their creativity, improve fine motor coordination, and practice their cooperative learning skills. |
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As a music educator, my primary objective is to equip all of my students with the fundamentals of music. Regardless of whether my students continue their music education through middle and high school, with music fundamentals, they are equipped to appreciate all styles of music for the rest of their lives. Practicing and learning music helps students develop a familiarity and curiosity about music - they gain awareness of the music they hear, and begin developing their musical taste. Curiosity can lead to students connecting with the music of their cultural background.
During my time at NVCS, I loved to find creative ways in which we could play to the strengths and needs of each and every student I taught. I knew that for most of my students, their weekly lesson with me was the only music education they received. This motivated me to keep our activities varied and interesting. Sometimes that meant reinventing the way we learned about theory, or creating a small band that featured each student’s strengths. Music is about creativity, and it allows us to draw the best in each student, and ourselves!
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October Spotlight: Emmanuel Palacios |
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Music has taught me discipline. I've learned that you can't learn a piece in 1 day or a week, it's just not possible, and you have to evenly distribute your time and have the perseverance. Music has also taught me the importance of focus, this has helped me in all my educational classes because I evenly distribute my time, focus, and I never give up.
I started off at the age of 4 at Nueva Vision and learned all the basics, and it created a solid foundation for my piano journey. I had an amazing teacher that enhanced my knowledge in piano which allowed me to audition to get into my music school. Nueva Vision prepares you for auditions, music exams, and provides an amazing education at a low cost.
The main reason why I decided to volunteer at Nueva Vision was to provide students with the knowledge I've learned throughout my music journey. I enjoy being both a teacher and a student. I learn everyday and even though I'm a teacher, I can relate with students because I've done it and I know what it takes to reach progress.
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In 5-10 years, I see myself as a well prepared student ready to take on the real world. I want to make a difference in other kids' lives by providing them with the knowledge I've obtained from the many classes, exams, schools, and auditions I've been to. Music has taught me many life skills and has really opened my mind to the importance of persevering, setting goals, and time management. |
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The results of the 2020 Census will help determine how hundreds of billions of dollars in federal funding flow into communities every year for the next decade. This includes funding for music education. Can we count on you? Visit 2020census.gov to fill out your 2020 census today!
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Nueva Vision Community School is partially funded by: |
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Nueva Vision Community School | Website | (818) 610-9440
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