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Join date: Oct 30, 2019
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Jessica Alvarado is a working actress with over 20 years of experience and a decade of leadership in expanded learning programs and youth development. She holds a B.A. in Educational Studies from the University of Missouri–St. Louis. When she’s not acting or teaching, you can find her enjoying rocky road ice cream and binge-watching historical dramas and documentaries.
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Aug 5, 2025 ∙ 4 min
Joyful Joyful: The Glue that Holds it all Together
Discover why joy is essential in youth drama programs, especially in out-of-school time. Learn how joyful spaces support creativity, connection, and confidence.
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Aug 4, 2025 ∙ 7 min
Process over Product: How Centering the Process Empowers Students Onstage and BEYOND
Explore why centering the creative process in youth theatre helps students reclaim their narratives, build authentic self-expression, and develop real-world skills they carry far beyond the stage. Discover how student-devised work in after-school drama programs fosters voice, confidence, and leadership.
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Jul 31, 2025 ∙ 6 min
Giving Students the Mic—Why Student Voice Belongs Center Stage
Discover why student voice belongs center stage in drama education. Learn how student-led creation fosters agency, confidence, and belonging, transforming students from performers into powerful storytellers.
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