Honoring cultural heritage, strengthening community collaboration and providing arts opportunities to create positive social change.

SOL CLUB HISTORY
Adele Davalos Mitchell was the founding teacher of the SOL Club at Lawrence Cook Junior High School in 1994.
SOL originated as a way of resolving gang violence and successfully ended the gang fighting on campus by students focusing on cultural pride and giving back to their community.
Adele is currently writing a book about the story of the SOL Club. Coming Soon!

Learn about the SOL Club History

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
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Nurturing creativity
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Teaching new visual and performing art skills
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Intentional outreach
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A designated space of belonging
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Promoting friendship, art & community
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Encourage lifelong interest in the arts
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Create leaders through mentorship
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Cultivate a space where youth of color are celebrated
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Violence prevention