Greensburg,
LA – The Southern University Ag Center, in partnership with the Missy Radio
Organization and United Way, kicked off its summer iRadio Camp for youth in
grades 1st – 3rd on Thursday, June 4 at the St. Helena
Arts & Technology Academy.
During
the camp, interactive DJ’s will learn the basic fundamentals of radio through a
unique hands-on approach. In just four
weeks young campers will be knowledgeable about Radio Sales, Promotions,
Production, and Programming.
“iRadio
Camp is very fun in nature, but we’re still developing critical thinking
skills, and leadership skills,” said Nicolette Gordon, SU Ag Center Assistant
Area Agent for St. Helena and Tangipahoa Parishes. “Our goal is to foster
self-esteem and teach our youth how to work cooperatively in teams,” added
Gordon.
This
collaborative effort came as a result of the Capital Area United Way wanting to
tackle Summer Learning Loss in St. Helena Parish. The Summer Learning “Gain” Initiative targets
children who live at or below the poverty line that are at-risk for unsafe
environments, inadequate nutrition, limited access to healthcare, and low
quality, early education opportunities.
Through
this partnership, with music entities such as the Missy Radio Organization, the
camp can ultimately bridge this learning gap.
Research has proven that access to quality music education engages
students and improves early cognitive development in math and reading.
Whether
you call it Interactive Radio Camp, or iRadio Camp there is one thing that is
for certain, “It definitely gets the youth moving! Music is the only medium
that can bring people of all races, ages, and socio-economic backgrounds
together for one cause,” said Gordon.
iRadio
Camp, which will be held until June 30, is in its fourth year; but this is the
first time the camp has been held in St. Helena Parish.
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(Article and photos by Nicolette Gordon, SU Ag Center Assistant Area Agent for St. Helena and Tangipahoa Parishes.)
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