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Creative and Wellbeing in Education - Inaugural Ecosystem Gathering (26th April, 2025 | Parle Platina Centre) Agenda 26th April, 2025 SYMPOSIUM 2025 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM Parle Platina Centre, Ville Parle Join the waitlist! Wellbeing through Creative Expression in Education Time Session 9:00 am - 10:15 am Creative Kickoff - Doors Open to Inspiration Registration & Welcome Refreshments Ecosystem Showcase Stalls Art Installation Showcase The day begins with a warm welcome! Sip on your morning brew, mingle with fellow changemakers, and explore interactive art displays and ecosystem stalls. Don’t miss the vibrant children’s art exhibition showcasing collaborations with renowned artists. Plus, pick up your symposium zine to guide your creative journey throughout the day! Starting the Conversation - Welcoming the Creative Revolution 10:15 am - 10:30 am Opening Address Keynote Address Speakers: Amita Chauhan, SVP India | Louisa Zondo, Ricky Rick foundation | Deepika Mogilishetty, Ek Step foundation | Anis Barnet, Community Arts Network Foundation | Manasi Mehan, Saturday Art Class We’re setting the stage for transformation. Join us for an opening address by our collaborators, inviting you to explore how arts and wellbeing can reshape the future of education. Our supporter of creative education will join the conversation as she shares insights on the impact of art in education, especially for underserved children. Get ready for an inspiring start to the day as we set the tone for a creative revolution in classrooms. A Vision Unveiled - The Power of Art 10:30 am - 11:00 am Inauguration and Opening Address Impact Evaluation Report Launch Speakers: Brinda Upadhyaya, Upadhyaya foundation | Payal Jain, Populi Join us as we unveil the SArC Impact Report. Discover the findings on how arts and SEL foster long-term wellbeing in students, with a focus on building an evidence-based approach to creative education. Get insights from the experiences on ground on designing reflective tools, qualitative insights, and the state of evidence within our ecosystem. Beyond Metrics - Reimagining the Future of Arts Education 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Panel Discussion Speakers: Bina Shah, Harish & Bina Shah Foundation | Deepika Mogilishetty, EkStep Foundation | Jyothi Vynatheya Oberoi, Dalberg | Suchetha Bhat, Dream a Dream | Sandeep Rai, The Circle India (Moderator) Join changemakers for a conversation on how we can go beyond traditional teaching to foster holistic impact of arts education. This discussion will explore creative evaluation, storytelling, and funding strategies that drive meaningful change in classrooms. Our Vision, Our World 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Art Work Presentation Facilitator: Saturday Art Class While the day filled with conversations and insights unfolds, we have something interesting brewing at the backdrop of the Symposium. This unique session will give voices to some of our delegates whose voices are often unheard. Building Bridges - Lunch With Purpose Lunch & Networking Enjoy lunch while engaging in conversation about the future of creativity in education. Participate in our 'Get to Know Your Neighbour activity to deepen connections and foster new collaborations. Different Voices, Shared Futures: Creativity and Wellbeing at the He(art) of Learning 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Panel Discussion Speakers: State Government Education Department Representative (Name disclosed closer to the date) | Balasaheb Kanke, Shankarwadi MPS | Mehek Shaikh, Youth Artist and Facilitator | Suchitra Shinde, Udaan India Foundation | Ikpreet Singh, Ek Step Foundation (Moderator) This one-of-a-kind panel brings together a diverse range of voices - a student-turned-youth artist associated with SArC since the age of 7, an academic educator championing art education, a visionary principal who helped lay SArC’s foundation, a government official advancing arts-based programmes, and an ecosystem changemaker driving collective action. Together, they’ll explore why integrating arts and wellbeing in education is no longer a luxury, but a necessity. How do we move from ‘nice to have’ to ‘must have’? Shaping a future where every classroom nurtures the whole child? 2:30 pm - 2:45 pm A Creative Recharge Movement-Based Activity Facilitator: Manzil Mystics Join us for a fun, interactive activity designed to re-energize the group. Through movement and creative expression, we’ll celebrate the power of togetherness and creativity. 2:45 pm - 4:00 pm Dive into the Ecosystem - Workshops & Research Dives Hands-On Workshops Research Presentations Presenters: ARISA | MANN Foundation | Nazaria Art Collective | Dream A Dream Choose your adventure! Engage in a hands-on workshop where you can explore your creativity. Alternatively, attend research presentations that uncover how creative expression is driving change in education and wellbeing. 4:00 pm - 4:15 pm Creative Pause - A Moment to Reflect Tea & Mingle Recharge with a warm cup of tea or coffee, catch up with fellow changemakers, and spark new ideas for collaboration in a relaxed environment. Unlocking Potential - Funding the Future of Arts Education 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Panel Discussion Speakers: Bina Joshi, Forbes Marshall | Prabhir Correa, Waterfield Advisors | Ekta Sheth-Balya, Dentsu Good | Swati Apte, The Arts Quotient | Maharshi Vaishnav, Motilal Oswal Foundation (Moderator) Join funders, philanthropists, and sector leaders in a powerful discussion on how strategic funding can transform the landscape of arts and wellbeing education in India. Art-in-Action - What’s Next for Art and Wellbeing? 5:15 pm - 5:30 pm Closing Remarks & Reflections Facilitators: Collective of Art Education Organizations (The Circle India) | Saturday Art Class We’ll close the day with reflections on the insights gained and actionable steps toward continuing the work of integrating arts and wellbeing into education systems nationwide. 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Final Connections - The Creative Send-Off Networking & Tea Before you leave, make sure to explore new ideas with fellow changemakers, and take the last opportunity to spark potential collaborations. Don’t forget to fill in your zine! *The agenda is subject to change. Register to join the waitlist now! For any support please reach out at dharmeshm@saturdayartclass.com , where our team members can further assist you. Join the waitlist!

Pioneering in-depth study into inferring student outcomes, best practices and insights from classrooms achieved through engagement in visual arts in our current context. We aim to identify best practices and gather insights and narratives from our classrooms that can inform how visual arts & SEL can be a crucial medium to build lifelong learning skills and agency to thrive in children. To study this in-depth, we intervened with students from a local government school by providing them regular access to Visual arts and SEL from Grades 1-8 Know more about Our Research Approach with Art Labs Research Reports Opportunities for exposure through excursions Book a Smile India invited us for a unique art workshop led by renowned Italian artist Lorenzo Vitturi as a part of the Olympics In Reel Life Festival by the Film Heritage Foundation. Through Art labs we took 5 children for this workshop where they gathered materials from the ground - waste, leaves, feathers, and more - to create unique collages. Lorenzo captured and guided the children to click portraits, merging everything together to create artwork from their imagination. The result? Extraordinary masterpieces! We partnered with to Coexist by Alia Bhatt. A platform created that highlights and works towards the issues of animal and ecological welfare. Our children worked their magic as these mini-planeteers shared their love for animals and nature through art! They made posters that they would put up in their communities during Diwali to prevent burning firecrackers.

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Research Output Emerging Shifts in Classrooms through Creative Facilitation This report identifies how teachers develop confidence as facilitators of visual arts and SEL, how these shifts shaped student learning experiences, and what success stories and challenges emerged in the process. Explore stories of Educators as they place creativity, joy, visual arts and Social-Emotional Learning at the heart of teaching! Read the report here! Emerging Shifts in Classrooms through Creative Facilitation Study Overview This study was designed to investigate the impact of the Art-For-Educator program on educators’ mindsets, facilitation skills, and classroom practices. It explores how teachers developed confidence as facilitators of visual arts and SEL, how these shifts shaped student learning experiences, and what success stories and challenges emerged in the process. The research also examined the role of art in supporting educator well-being, reflection, and professional identity as visual arts educators. This evaluation draws on a mixed-methods approach, including surveys with 202 educators and 1,867 students across 23 partner organizations and classroom observations, in-depth educator interviews, and focus group discussions across 4 partner organizations in Mumbai and Pune. Insights from focus group discussions laid the foundation for outcome mapping, enabling us to make educator mindset shifts visible and trace their impact within classrooms. Classroom insights on creative practices Focus Group Discussion with Educators Key Findings Five common themes emerged from the Focus Group Discussions, and central to all findings is a Shift in Educator Mindset , evolving from traditional, restrictive approaches to a more open, student-centred outlook rooted in creative freedom and self-expression. Being the key to unlocking educators’ creative practices, we find that the AFE program shared a new approach to practising & facilitating art that enabled these educators to expand their impact for their students. Shift in Educator Mindset: Educators moved away from rigid ideas of “perfect art” and embraced student voice and creativity. Evolving Teaching Strategies: After SArC training, educators adopted open-ended prompts and student-led facilitation, making classes more engaging. Art as a medium for Professional Growth & Well-being: Teaching art became a reflective and healing process, contributing to educators’ emotional well-being and job satisfaction. Strengthening Student-Teacher Relationships: Art created an emotional connection and mutual respect in classrooms among the students and teachers. Impact of Student Confidence, Expressions & Engagement: Students showed greater emotional expression, teamwork, and joy in learning through art. The AFE program shows that when teachers are empowered to embrace creativity and emotional learning, both their mindsets and classrooms transform. By shifting from rigid teaching methods to reflective, student-centered facilitation, educators create safer, more expressive learning environments. Findings Overview: Focus Group Discussions Download your copy here

Help us bring the arts closer to our children! Join our Team! Educator, Art Labs The Educator, ArtLabs will lead and facilitate impactful, art-based learning sessions in classrooms, promoting creative expression and social-emotional development among children. This role will involve regular observation and documentation of classroom dynamics, student engagement. This role will shape a holistic growth of the children by driving a community building movement in our model school, thereby creating strong evidence on art and SEL in classrooms. Apply now

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STORY BEHIND OUR EXHIBITIONS We are back with our End of Year Exhibition after 3 years! Celebrating the journeys of over 165,000 children, we are excited to highlight their creativity and accomplishments. Embracing the notion that we are all inherently artists, the exhibition serves as a testament to our core philosophy. The event will unite students, teachers, parents, supporters and partner, alongside the wider community, fostering a profound sense of belonging and community spirit. Beyond celebration, it will also serve as a platform to communicate SArC's mission and emphasize the vital role of arts in education, nurturing creativity and critical thinking. Additionally, it presents a valuable opportunity to engage with potential partners, sponsors, and collaborators, further amplifying our impact and reach. So mark your calendars and don't forget to visit our End of Year Exhibition! WHAT TO EXPECT? Exhibit of artwork Art installation Art Stations Workshops Exhibit of artwork: View the exhibit of artworks from across 60 different art themes by community of 1,65,000+ student artists who we fondly call Big Little Artists. Art installations: We have multiple installations created by our children and guided by our volunteers that transport you to a fantastical world of visual arts! Art Stations: Create art as you view our students' art work! Visit our art stations to engage in making quick art pieces! Let the artist in you shine. Workshops: Participate in exciting hour long workshops and learn new art technique, discover new artists and explore your creativity and imagination! PREVIOUS YEARS EXHIBITIONS Since 2016, we have proudly hosted annual exhibitions featuring our students' artworks. Catch a glimpse of our previous showcases below. Whatever catches your eye or pulls a t your heart strings, just remember, this time it is even grander! Exhibition 3.0 Exhibition 2.0 Exhibition 1.0

Help us bring the arts closer to our children! Opportunities Join our Team! At Saturday Art Class, every role is an opportunity to make a real difference. Join our team of passionate educators, creators, and dreamers as we use art to inspire confidence, creativity, and empathy in children—while you grow your own skills and purpose. Current openings Volunteer with us Volunteering with Saturday Art Class will give you the opportunity to reflect and learn about yourself, allowing you to work with different teams and verticles where you can gain meaningful exposure! Please fill out the form by clicking on the "Apply here!" button and we will be in touch with you. Apply now Partnership At Saturday Art Class, we believe in the power of partnerships to create wide-reaching impact and provide children and educators across India the access to engage in visual arts integrated learning. If you are a non-profit, social-education organization or school looking to empower children and educators in visual arts and SEL let's join forces to make education inclusive of the arts and creative expression! Reach out to us at info@saturdayartclass.com or click on the program you would like to partner with us on! Art for Educator Program Art-a-Day Corporate The arts are for all! Our work has reached far and wide through immense support and engagement received by organizations across various sectors. You can continue to support us with funds, enabling our flagship programs to reach farther and wider, or even reach out to us to experience a Saturday Art Class by collaborating with us through our programs. Write to us at info@saturdayartclass.com

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Art Speaks Issue 02 | December 2023 First Name Last Name Email Company (optional) Phone (optional) Submit