School District of Philadelphia Partnerships
I Am The Move! — Empowering Young People Through Street Dance
Range of Motion is proud to bring creative movement and street dance education into Philadelphia public schools through its collaboration with MoveMakers Philly and the nonprofit organization Say Yes Philly.
Together, we bring I Am The Move! programming to neighborhood schools, expanding access to high-quality dance education, cultural enrichment, and creative youth development.
Through grants and individual donations, these programs are provided at no cost to participating schools or students, helping ensure that meaningful arts education is accessible to families throughout our community.
I Am The Move!
Movement. Culture. Creativity. Community.
I Am The Move! uses American street dance as a vehicle for artistic education, personal development, and community connection.
Rooted in the traditions of hip-hop and other street dance forms developed in predominantly Black American communities, the program introduces students to movement vocabulary, music, history, and cultural practices that continue to shape contemporary dance.
Our teaching artists guide students through foundational movement, freestyle, choreography, musicality, and collaborative creative exercises. Students are encouraged not only to learn existing dance traditions but also to discover their own movement languages, contribute ideas, and create alongside their peers.
Through this process, we nurture:
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Confidence and self-expression — Encouraging students to embrace their individuality and creative potential.
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Physical and emotional well-being — Using movement as an accessible means of exercise, enjoyment, and positive emotional expression.
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Creativity and critical thinking — Supporting improvisation, problem-solving, and student-generated choreography.
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Collaboration and leadership — Building communication, teamwork, mutual respect, and peer mentorship.
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Cultural knowledge and appreciation — Exploring the histories, communities, and traditions that have shaped American street dance.
Our goal is to help young people recognize dance as something they can practice, enjoy, and share throughout their lives.
In-School Residencies and Educational Assemblies
Through its collaboration with MoveMakers Philly and Say Yes Philly, Range of Motion supports the delivery of professional street dance instruction and cultural enrichment within Philadelphia public schools.
Teaching Residencies
Our in-school residencies provide students with sustained opportunities to develop dance skills, deepen cultural knowledge, and build confidence through progressive instruction.
By working with students over multiple sessions, teaching artists develop meaningful relationships and encourage continued artistic, physical, and personal growth.
Educational Assemblies
Interactive assemblies introduce larger school communities to the history, culture, and creative power of American street dance.
Through professional demonstrations, storytelling, and student participation, assemblies celebrate street dance as both a living cultural tradition and an accessible form of personal and collective expression.
Our Neighborhood School Partnerships
Range of Motion is committed to strengthening access to arts education in the Philadelphia neighborhoods surrounding our studio.
Our school-based partnerships include:
General George A. McCall Elementary School
325 S. 7th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
George W. Nebinger Elementary School
601 Carpenter Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Through these relationships, we help connect students with professional teaching artists, culturally relevant learning experiences, and opportunities for creative and personal growth.
We believe strong neighborhood partnerships help make the arts an accessible and lasting part of young people's lives.
Powered by Community Support
Our school-based I Am The Move! programming is made possible through collaboration among Range of Motion, MoveMakers Philly, and Say Yes Philly.
Say Yes Philly is a nonprofit organization that supports arts education and expands access to creative opportunities for young people in Philadelphia.
These school-based programs are provided entirely free of charge to participating schools and students.
Foundation grants, individual donations, and community support help compensate professional teaching artists, provide educational resources, and sustain high-quality programming within neighborhood schools.
Together, we are working to create stronger connections among schools, families, artists, and the broader Philadelphia community.
Support I Am The Move!
Help bring the power of movement to more Philadelphia students.
Every contribution helps us expand access to professional dance education, cultural enrichment, and creative opportunities for young people in our neighborhood schools.
Your support helps fund teaching artists, classroom residencies, educational assemblies, and the resources needed to sustain these experiences at no cost to schools or families.
Make a donation through our nonprofit partner, Say Yes Philly.
Together, we can help more young people discover their creativity, build confidence, and experience the joy of movement.
