Beats After School Program Inc
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What we aim to solve
The Beats After School Program seeks to address the educational gaps and disparities faced by many students in South Florida. Despite the rising importance of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) in today's job market, a lack of access to quality STEM education, particularly in underserved communities, limits students' future opportunities. Furthermore, traditional teaching methods may not engage all learners, leading to disinterest and underachievement.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
Science & Mathmatics
The Beats After School Program uniquely integrates science and math within its curriculum, fostering an appreciation for these subjects through the captivating medium of music. In the realm of science, students delve into the physics of sound, exploring concepts like vibrations, frequency, and pitch. This experiential learning helps them better understand abstract scientific theories.
Math is seamlessly woven into the curriculum, with a focus on patterns, ratios, and fractions found within musical structures and rhythms. This innovative approach makes math more accessible and enjoyable, allowing students to practically apply their mathematical knowledge.
Essentially, The Beats After School Program uses music as a powerful tool to ignite a love for science and math, nurturing students' academic growth while also fueling their creativity and critical thinking skills.
Audio Engineering
The Audio Engineering course at The Beats After School Program provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the technical and creative aspects of sound production. The program delves into the fundamentals of sound, acoustics, and audio technologies, helping students understand and manipulate sound in various contexts.
The course covers a wide array of topics, from recording techniques and audio mixing to mastering and post-production. Students get hands-on experience with professional audio equipment and software, allowing them to develop practical skills in a real-world context.
Furthermore, the program promotes creative expression and problem-solving, encouraging students to apply their newfound audio engineering knowledge to create their unique soundscapes. By the end of the course, students will have gained a solid foundation in audio engineering, equipping them with the skills to explore further studies or careers in the field.
Social Media Etiquette
The Social Media Etiquette course at The Beats After School Program is designed to teach students responsible and respectful online behavior. The program emphasizes the importance of digital citizenship, educating students about online privacy, appropriate content sharing, and respectful communication. Students also learn about the potential repercussions of negative online actions, as well as the benefits of using social media as a tool for positive self-expression, networking, and learning. The course seeks to equip students with the understanding and skills they need to navigate the digital world safely and responsibly.
Social Emotional Learning
The Social Emotional Learning course at The Beats After School Program is an innovative program designed to foster emotional intelligence, empathy, and social skills among students. It uses music as a medium to explore and express emotions, understand others' perspectives, and build strong social connections. The course focuses on enhancing students' self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision-making. Through creative activities and interactive sessions, students learn to navigate their feelings, work collaboratively, resolve conflicts, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others. The program aims to equip students with essential life skills that extend beyond the classroom, ultimately preparing them for real-world scenarios.
Anti-Bullying
The Anti-Bullying course at The Beats After School Program is a comprehensive program aimed at fostering a safe and supportive environment for all students. It focuses on promoting respect, empathy, and understanding among participants, teaching them the importance of treating everyone with dignity and kindness. The course explores various aspects of bullying, including its causes, impacts, and ways to prevent it. It equips students with conflict-resolution strategies and effective communication skills to handle and defuse potentially harmful situations. Using music and other creative methods, the program encourages students to express their feelings, experiences, and ideas about bullying, fostering a sense of shared responsibility and mutual respect among all participants.
Where we work
Affiliations & memberships
Black Professionals Network 2023
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of children who don't have access to after-school programs in South Florida
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Type of Metric
Context - describing the issue we work on
Direction of Success
Decreasing
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Goals & Strategy
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Charting impact
Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.
What is the organization aiming to accomplish?
By integrating the STEM curriculum with songwriting and music, the program offers a hands-on, engaging approach that sparks curiosity and improves learning outcomes, making STEM education more accessible and enjoyable for a diverse range of students.
What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?
Partnerships with Local Schools and Districts: Form alliances with local schools to integrate the Beats After School Program into their extracurricular offerings. Regularly interact with school administrators and teachers to align the program with the school curriculum.
Community Engagement: Collaborate with community leaders, local businesses, and nonprofit organizations to secure funding, resources, and volunteers for the program. Organize community outreach initiatives to raise awareness about the program.
Professional Development: Train instructors in the STEM and music integrated curriculum to effectively deliver the program's unique content. Include training on teaching strategies that promote engagement, creativity, and critical thinking.
Student-Centered Learning: Ensure that the curriculum caters to different learning styles and levels. Incorporate interactive, project-based activities that give students the opportunity to apply their learning in real-world contexts.
Performance Metrics: Establish metrics to evaluate the program's effectiveness in improving students' academic achievement in STEM subjects. Use feedback to continuously improve the program.
Mentorship Programs: Create mentorship opportunities where older students or local professionals can guide younger students, providing additional support and inspiration.
Family Involvement: Engage parents and families in the program through regular updates, performances, and parent-student activities to foster a supportive learning environment.
Inclusivity: Ensure the program is accessible and inviting for all students, regardless of their background, by promoting an inclusive and respectful learning environment.
What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?
Expertise in Integrated Curriculum: The Beats After School Program team has a deep understanding of how to combine STEM and music education, creating an engaging learning environment that fosters critical thinking and creativity.
Dedicated and Qualified Staff: Our team consists of experienced educators, musicians, and STEM professionals, ensuring high-quality instruction that can inspire students and enhance their learning experiences.
Proven Methodologies: Our curriculum leverages proven teaching strategies that prioritize hands-on learning, interactive projects, and real-world application of concepts, effectively addressing different learning styles and fostering engagement.
Community Relations: We have strong relationships with schools, community leaders, and local organizations in South Florida, which we can leverage to broaden our reach, gather resources, and foster greater community involvement.
Inclusive Environment: We're committed to inclusivity, ensuring every student, regardless of their background, feels welcomed, valued, and supported in our program.
Evaluation Mechanisms: Our program uses regular assessments and feedback mechanisms to measure student progress and program effectiveness, allowing for continuous improvement.
Commitment to Mission: Our unwavering dedication to empowering youth through innovative education drives us to continuously strive for excellence, ensuring our program remains effective, impactful, and aligned with our goals.
What have they accomplished so far and what's next?
Since its inception in March 2023, the Beats After School Program has made significant strides in fulfilling its mission. Our major breakthrough came when we were added to the program vendor list at Kipp Academy, our first partner school in South Florida. This marked a key milestone in our effort to integrate our unique curriculum within local educational systems.
In addition to our partnership with Kipp Academy, we have initiated promising discussions with other esteemed institutions such as CARE Elementary and the Miramar Cultural Center. We anticipate these collaborations to materialize soon, further expanding our footprint in South Florida's educational landscape.
As we conclude our pilot programs this semester, we are optimistic about seeing an increase in the number of participating schools. Our pilot results will provide essential insights and validation of our program's effectiveness, fueling our mission to make STEM education more engaging and accessible through music and creative expression. The progress we've made so far affirms our commitment to making a positive impact on the lives of the students we serve.
How we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on demographics (e.g., race, age, gender, etc.), We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We share the feedback we received with the people we serve, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback, We ask the people who gave us feedback how well they think we responded
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
We don't have any major challenges to collecting feedback
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Beats After School Program Inc
Board of directorsas of 09/15/2023
Michael Stover
Beats After School Program Inc
Term: 2023 -
Joann Holmes-Stover
Untapped Media Group
Jerry Hyacinthe
Miami-Dade School Teacher
Renee Johnson
Nova Southeastern University
Jennifer Snell
Miami Dade County
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable
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Equity strategies
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- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
- We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
- We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
- We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
- We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.