What if you could play an instrument without physically touching it? Introducing the theremin, an electronic digital instrument that does just that. Even if you’ve never heard of it before, it has been played by the Beach Boys, Led Zeppelin, Erykah Badu, and now, thanks to a collaboration across all three middle schools, every eighth grade student in West Hartford Public Schools by the end of this school year.

Before they use the theremin to play songs, they will get to collaboratively build it, using a MicroKit. Want to learn more? Check out this video clip where you can not only hear them in action but also see the look of pure joy on King Philip Middle School’s Alan Smith’s face.

Art experiences allow individuals to communicate their stories, celebrate their identities, and contribute to the rich tapestry of human expression. Thanks to the SEPTO Grant, teaching artists from Southington Community Cultural Arts are leading eight classes with all students in the Post-Secondary program, enabling them to create unique pieces that express their individuality.

Providing art experiences for people with disabilities is not only about fostering creativity and confidence, but also about promoting inclusion, empowerment, and well-being. The Foundation is proud to support hands-on experiences for all learners.

The grants we award fund opportunities above and beyond what the school budget allows. This is why your support is so important to the work we do. Please donate now to support the Foundation and help us continue to create excellence beyond the school budget limits!

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