Thrive Collective
Bronx Connect partnered with the Mary Mitchell Community Center near its RTG North site to donate the “Peace Builds Community” mural as part of its “I Want to Grow Up” campaign. Artist Kenneth Tooley collaborated with students from Mary Mitchell’s summer program to design and produce the mural in the center’s playground. The mural revolves…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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In the summer of 2025, artist Plushie returned to her elementary school alma mater to complete the final six “FUNdamentals of PS 171” murals for the school auditorium: Compassion Trust Perseverance Gratitude Eagles Magnet School The summer collection joined the spring 2025 collection: Respect Diversity Working Together Family Sharing Soar All twelve designs were painted…
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“Today we are celebrating our fourth graders. Proud of your creativity, your passion, your teamwork on this beautiful mural, in partnership with Thrive Collective. This artwork is more than just paint on a wall, it’s a reflection of their voices, their imagination, and pride in our community.” – Principal Orsini Fox at PS60’s mural ribbon…
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The mural project at Lillian Rashkis School was a collaborative, school-wide effort that highlighted the creativity, voice, and dreams of the students. Created at a District 75 school serving students with autism, the process was built on care, patience, and meaningful inclusion. From start to finish, the school’s administrators and staff were deeply supportive, ensuring…
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Four classes totaling approximately 100 fourth and fifth grade students collaborated with artist May Bukowski to design and paint, “Your Mind is a Garden” at Chelsea Preparatory Academy this spring. The mural explores themes of community and inclusivity based on the school’s vision of nurturing individual identities, academic and personal growth while fostering a sense…
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