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“It teaches me to be creative, to be inspired and inspire
others, and think outside the box.” A comment from
a student who participated in Tykes & Teens “Coping
with Middle School Creatively II.” Workshops were led
by Registered, Certified Art Therapist Shawna Scarpitti,
who has extensive experience working with youth in art
therapy programs and Dr. Agnieszka Marshall, Clinical
Psychologist and Director of Tykes & Teens Prevention
Services.
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The Power of Art II, authored by Lynne Barletta, for at
risk children is a pioneering fine art curriculum that is
healing, transforming and empowering, utilizing the right
side of the brain and foundational fine art drawing skills.
Principles of success, leadership, overcoming obstacles,
value and more are presented in this program through
drawings and paintings that illustrate life skills.
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