This arts education program integrates dance, music, and theater to strengthen the holistic development of children and adolescents, enhancing their creative, emotional, and social skills.
Team
The program is supported by a team of instructors specialized in dance, music, and theater, committed to providing both creative and pedagogical guidance to participants.
Methodology
Classes are playful and personalized, organized by levels and abilities. Creative strategies, artistic exploration, and progressive learning are implemented through both individual and group activities.
Participants
The program serves children and teenagers from the district of Barú, with plans to expand coverage and further strengthen artistic development.
Impact
The program fosters cultural identity, life skills, self-esteem, and social interaction, while promoting community participation and the recognition of local traditions.
Psychosocial Support
Participants receive emotional guidance, family strengthening, and psychological follow-up to promote their overall well-being.
The Painting Program is a space created for children from the community of Barú, focused on exploring different artistic mediums such as drawing, painting, and sculpture. Through the use of shapes, colors, textures, and figures, the program seeks to strengthen participants' artistic skills based on the observation and understanding of their surroundings.
The educational process is led by instructor Sonia Algarín Pastrama, who directly guides the teaching and learning of art, promoting personal expression, critical thinking, and creativity among the children. Her mentorship helps identify and enhance the individual capabilities of each student.
The methodology is rooted in Howard Gardner's theory of multiple intelligences. It values the unique qualities of each child without labeling them, and fosters their autonomy using approaches similar to the Montessori method. Furthermore, classes integrate art history discussions and a progressive transition from individual to collaborative work, strengthening teamwork and a sense of belonging.
The program was developed in two stages: a pilot phase and a phase of ongoing classes, involving children between the ages of 7 and 11. The themes explored were designed to showcase the identity of the Barú region through an art exhibition that highlights landscapes, traditions, and creative expressions, ultimately connecting art with the community and the environment.
