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April 26, 2012
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After School Matters Citywide Showcase 2012!

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Written by: LaToya Cross
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The arts

breathe life into the atmosphere. The magical power of expression through culinary arts, song, dance, spoken word, and theater create an intimate take on living and releasing. In that respect, the memory of Chicago’s former First Lady, Maggie Daley lives vividly through the arts and education. With the forming of the After School Matters program, created by Mrs. Daley two decades ago, youth are challenged artistically through the arts while developing critical skills that will assist them in college, future careers, and beyond.

In honor of Mrs. Daley’s sincere passion and dedication to youth and the importance of the arts, students and alumni of the After School Matters Program poured their talents all across the stage for the city to see at the 7th Annual After School Matters Citywide Showcase held at the Chicago Theater last month. From exquisite cuisine prepared by teens to a variety of dance and singing performances, the students exuded amazing talent and showed why after school programs really matter.

Here’s a glimpse from the showcase!


Chicago Teens Pay Tribute to Maggie Daley at 7th Annual After School Matters® Citywide Showcase

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LaToya Cross
N’DIGO’s Web Editor, LaToya (Toi Talese) Cross, graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a bachelor’s degree in Magazine Journalism. She has been published in various publications, such as Blazinstreetz.com, Gloss Magazine Online (GMO), InChiCity.com, and Jet Magazine. In addition to being a writer and editor, she works with and mentors youth as an After-School instructor and also participates in media panels. Her work as a writer and visionary engages all things creatively and artistically driven, birthing ‘N’Visions’ on ndigo.com. Toya also offers freelance assistance with media, PR and event planning.
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