WINDOW BY CORNERSTONE ACADEMY FOR SOCIAL ACTION

R.H.Y.M.E. Music & Mentoring Program at CASA Cornerstone Academy for Social Action

Over the course of 12 weeks, students at CASA participated in the R.H.Y.M.E. (Rhymes Help Young Minds Excel) program—an initiative by Thrive Collective that uses hip hop music and mentoring to empower youth. Led by teaching artists Randy Mason, Godfrey Moye and Kareem Caines. The program invited students to explore beats, rhymes, and creative expression as tools for health, wellness, and personal growth.

Through hands-on workshops, participants developed original lyrics for a song titled “Window” where they wrote about what they see outside of their literal and figurative windows. Students learned about music production, and collaborated to create a unique student-produced song and music video. In addition to artistic skills, the program emphasized essential life skills such as communication, collaboration, goal-setting, and pursuing a shared vision.

The R.H.Y.M.E. program offered students a powerful platform to express themselves, connect with their peers, and discover how art can be a meaningful part of their lives and futures.

Special thanks to Principal Grant and Ms. Rodriguez!