WHAT PRINCIPALS ARE SAYING...
"Some of our children who would be afriad of writing a song or poem immediately knew it was accessible, he took away all the risks, he gave them a lot of confidence."
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Jeanne Muzi - Principal, Slackwood Elementary
The format of his classroom workshops gave the kids the ability to focus on specific aspects of writing that I didn’t know they were capable of doing. We had kids saying, ‘Best Day Ever’.
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Jay Billy - Principal, Ben Franklin Elementary
Finding a constructive and engaging outlet for children can be a challenge. SEL HIP-HOP provides a high energy and empowering alternative to video games and social media through a creativity based curriculum, empowering students to live in full expression of their most authentic selves.
With Malik LovesYall (Founder) as a guide and mentor, children learn skills associated with self-regulation, literacy, communication and critical thinking in a fun and meaningful way.
THE WHY
“NOT ONLY DOES MY SON THINK MALIK IS THE COOLEST GUY EVER, BUT AS PARENTS WE HAVE SEEN MORE CONFIDENCE IN HIS WRITTEN LANGUAGE SKILLS AS WELL AS CREATIVITY AND SELF ESTEEM. IT IS CLEAR THAT MALIK IS TRULY INVESTED AND REALLY CARES ABOUT HIS STUDENTS.”
Stephanie Ojo - Parent of 8yr old student
The SEL HIP-HOP curriculum features a series of specialized courses designed to use Hip-Hop music as a means to inspire free expression, self-discovery, confidence and community building.
With four distinct courses diving into songwriting, music production, audio engineering and performance, SEL HIP-HOP supports children and young adults alike in discovering the value of their voice through rhythm, rhyme, beats and life.
WHO WE ARE
WHAT WE DO
SEL HIP-HOP uses music creation as a tool for building meaningful connections and inspiring creative expression. Here, we don’t just teach you how to write songs, make beats, record your music, and perform. We help you be who you want to be and give you the tools and support necessary to share your story through song.
No matter who you are, or where you come from, here we believe –
Everybody has the right to live life in full expression of their most authentic selves.
