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Promotional Flyer
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Testimonial
"Hi Jessica,
It was great partnering with you and your team on Sunday. Thank you again for the opportunity. As I mentioned to you on Sunday I was very impressed with the space, and even more with the people/team, the hospitality, atmosphere and attention to detail. You're doing great work.
Looking forward to partnering with you in the future.
Thanks,
Randy Mason "
Music Matters
Bronx Children's Museum
725 Exterior St., Bronx, NY 10451
City Council District 8, Diana Ayala
Details
5/31/26 - both morning and afternoon sessions
6 contact hours 485 participants, 2 performing artists/groups
Rivers on the Go! Unity
PS 47 John Randolph
1794 E. 172nd St., Bronx, NY 10472
City Council District 18, Amanda Farias
Details
4/22/26 - 5/21/26
10 sessions, 20 contact hours, 35 Kindergarteners
Teaching Artist: Chris Gomez
Materials
Promotional Flyer
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One of the students in our Rivers on the Go! Unity program at PS 47 admiring their clay sculpture.
A student’s portrait of themselves and the instructor in our Rivers on the Go! Unity program at PS 47.
Painted gourds by the students of Rivers on the Go! Unity 2025 at PS 47.
One of the students in our Rivers on the Go! Unity program at PS 47 admiring their clay sculpture.
Testimonies
Thank you for the opportunity to participate in The Rivers on the Go program with
Mr. Chris as our instructor.
Each year, I look forward to working with Mr. Chris. His enthusiasm, energy, and
knowledge makes a tremendous impact on both the students and staff. Through lessons
about the history of the Bronx River and the Native Americans who lived in the Bronx,
the children gained valuable knowledge and created meaningful, purposeful artwork that
reflected what they learned.
Every week, my students eagerly anticipated Mr. Chris’ visits and enjoyed
working with him. His ability to engage young learners and make history come alive is
truly remarkable. The parents also greatly enjoyed the end-of-program celebration,
where they had the opportunity to see the projects their children created and learn
about all they had accomplished throughout the program.
Our field trip to the museum was another wonderful experience. The children were able to learn about and explore different aspects of the Bronx through interactive play and hands-on activities. Everyone at the museum was welcoming, supportive, and a pleasure to work with. I am grateful for the enriching experiences The Rivers on the Go program has provided for my students. I look forward to working with Mr. Chris again next year with my new group of Kindergarten students. Thank you once again for a wonderful and memorable experience.
Sincerely,
Kerilyn Rossini
Kindergarten Teacher at PS47
I just can’t get enough of the Rivers on the Run Art Program through the Bronx Children’s Museum of Art. It helps my students comprehend global environmental disruptions by translating dense scientific facts into tangible creative projects. My students are not limited to just painting; they explore storytelling, songwriting, photography, sculpture, video, poetry, and live performance. I hope this program stays around for many more years.
I hope to see Mr. Chris and Ms. Mona next year.
They are such an awesome team!
Ms. Smith/Ms. Saez K-5
Nature of the Bronx (CII Related)
PS 199
1449 Shakespeare Ave. Bronx, NY 10452
City Council District 16, Althea Stevens
Garden of Learning Discovery Pre-K Center
1434 Ogden Ave. Bronx, NY 10452
City Council District 16, Althea Stevens
Grant Avenue Elementary
250 E. 164th St. Bronx, NY 10456
City Council District 16, Althea Stevens
Nuasin Next Generation Charter School
180 W. 165th St. Bronx, NY 10452
City Council District 16, Althea Stevens
Details
1/13/26 - 3/24/26
16 sessions, 12 contact hours, 63 - 2nd graders
Program Coordinator: Naa Pappoe
Museum Educator: Destiny Ramos
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Students at Garden of Learning of Learning and Discovery Pre-K Center learn about the effects of plastic in water bodies during a lesson on stewardship.
Students at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School painted clouds formations with white paint and cotton balls.
Students at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School transferred the medallions with chalk onto paper as part of their water walk to the High Bridge.
Students at Garden of Learning of Learning and Discovery Pre-K Center learn about the effects of plastic in water bodies during a lesson on stewardship.
Testimonies
“This is my second year participating in the Nature of the Bronx Program. The Bronx Children's Museum not only brings joy and happiness to my students but also educates them about their surrounding environment. We really enjoyed the lessons and cannot wait to partner next year.”
~Ms. Hana Elaskandry, Pre-K Teacher
PS 274 - Little Friends of the Museum
PS 247 The New American Academy at Roberto Clemente State Park
Bronx, NY 10453
City Council District 16, Althea Stevens
Details
11/19/25 - 6/10/26
49 sessions, 49 contact hours, 20 second graders
Teaching Artists: Chris Gomez, Obadah Aljefri
Teaching Artist Assistant: Mona Dreher
Images (click to enlarge)
Students at Garden of Learning of Learning and Discovery Pre-K Center learn about the effects of plastic in water bodies during a lesson on stewardship.
Students at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School painted clouds formations with white paint and cotton balls.
Students at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School transferred the medallions with chalk onto paper as part of their water walk to the High Bridge.
Students at Garden of Learning of Learning and Discovery Pre-K Center learn about the effects of plastic in water bodies during a lesson on stewardship.
Testimonies
It’s always a pleasure to have BxCM at 274, they [the teachers] feel like a part of the school. They love the projects and the kids really express themselves and get to be creative. Sometimes I join in on the activities."
- Mr. Lewis, SCAN teacher
"They’re very interactive with the kids and do projects the kids are intrigued with. They learned about colors and color mixing."
- Ms. Karina, SCAN teacher
I just wanted to thank you again for a wonderful year. The only feedback I received back was positive. The instructors are amazing, bringing out the inner artist in each student.
I know the students are very excited to come to the park every week to learn more and work on their projects. The program is a favorite of many and a great success each year. We are thrilled to host here at the park.
- John Doherty, Special Assistant, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation