Blues Kids of America
Blues Kids is an internationally recognized multicultural, interdisciplinary, artist-in-residency music program founded by Fernando Jones (author or I Was There When The Blues Was Red Hot). It is designed to help improve literacy through music in a hands-on, nurturing environment. We also provide a professional development workshop entitled Use the Blues and Technology to Help Improve Social & Emotional Learning for educators. We promote:
• Social & Emotional Learning
• Attendance Improvement
• Self-Esteem
• Teamwork & Discipline
• Music Literacy
• Social Skills
• Global Awareness
Kennedy Center ArtsEdge Standards we use.
Credentials
Chicago Public Schools Vendor #41604
IL State Board of Ed. Professional Development Provider #07082019578209
From this tailored experience students will learn the importance and power of discipline, teamwork, and goal setting in a collaborative and competitive learning environment. When planning your budget and the expenditure of your Discretionary, Title I, Staff Development, Drug & Violence-free, Grants and/or Private Donor Funds consider Blues Kids. A package can be tailored to your budgetary and student needs.
"Fernando Jones is a creative, gifted, and multitalented individual whose love for the Blues has permeated his being. His energy and enthusiasm easily transmit that love to others. His unique style of translating the Blues into an educational experience has enhanced the learning of thousands of school age children across our nation."
Dr. Frances G. Carroll
University of Illinois Board of Trustees Member
Credentials
City of Chicago Vendor (The only Chicagoland program of its kind)
Chicago Public Schools Vendor #21794
Illinois State Board of Education Professional Development Provider #07082019578209
Waterbury, CT, New Haven Vendor #42356
Memphis City School Vendor | Annual NABSE Workshop Provider
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame + Museum Summer Teacher Institute In-Service Provider
Photo by Glenn Kaupert