Education Beat

A Compton drama class gives all students a chance to shine

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Compton drama teacher Catherine Borek has made plays with no stage and no theater, but a whole lot of creativity. She says drama can be therapy to help kids conquer anxiety, and it helps kids thrive who struggle in other classes.

As California expands arts education, what role can theater play in the classroom?

Guests:

  • Catherine Borek, Drama and English teacher, Dominguez High School, Compton Unified School District
  • Karen D'Souza, Reporter, EdSource

    • Read more from EdSource:

    • Drama class helps Compton students find themselves on stage
    • Madera drama teacher sees the arts as a gateway to improving literacy skills
    • Can theater help prevent violence in schools?
    • Allison Gamlen’s journey from actor to arts educator

      • Education Beat is a weekly podcast, hosted by EdSource’s Zaidee Stavely and produced by Coby McDonald.

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