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Creating a Public Space
Want to build a public space in your school community? Here are a few tips to get you started (these directions are adapted from www.beforeidie.cc). Materials
Building Your Own Public Space1. Choose a Site A good location has regular foot traffic. People have created walls with friends, family, neighbors, classmates, coworkers, and organizations who can help provide a space or other resources. If building a wall at your school, talk to your principal about locating a bulletin board or other location that would work best. 2. Make Your Wall Paint one or two 2x8” foam boards (based on the size of the space available) on one side with chalk paint and let dry. Using a yard stick, paint white lines horizontally across the board to provide space for the community to write their responses. Mount the boards using 3M wall mounting tape, or other method, as approved by your school. Print the title for the board and mount above the chalkboard itself. 3. Spread the Word Inform the people who live and work around the wall so they know what’s happening. People have used social media, print and online publications, local organizations, mailing lists, and flyers to organize and promote their wall. 4. Maintain Your Wall Check on your wall frequently to take photos and document responses. A few thoughtful responses will set the tone for your wall. Once the wall is full, wash it with water to start fresh again. | |||||||||||||||
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At our first AACPS Speaks event, AACPS Employees and their guests from the community came together to learn about building Hope & Compassion in Public Spaces. Inspired by Candy Chang's TED Talk, Before I Die I Want To..., the evening centered around the importance of importance of using art and public space to bring students, educators, and the community together?
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