Author: Melody Pujols
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CASW Profiles: Meet Nelson Castro
In this installment of “CASW Profiles,” we sit down with Nelson Castro, a conscientious group leader at PS/MS 37 who feels that he’s learned just as much from his students as they’ve learned from him.
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Meditation for Kids: CASW Brings Mindfulness to PS 115 Elementary Students
Through CASW’s meditation sessions, PS 115 students learn mindfulness and self-regulation—skills that nurture calm, focus, and confidence.
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Hispanic Heritage Month at CASW: Celebrating Latino Roots and Community Impact
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with CASW as we honor Latino history, culture, and contributions in NYC and beyond—because Latino history is American history.
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Art Quest: PS/MS 37 Students Explore Creativity and Showcase Original Masterpieces
PS/MS 37 students spent the summer exploring world-renowned artists through Art Quest, a hands-on project where young creators studied styles, practiced techniques, and showcased their own masterpieces in a community gallery event.
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Bronx Students Revive Marble Hill’s Enchanted Garden Through SYEP Community Project
SYEP participants breathe fresh life into Marble Hill’s historic Enchanted Garden, preparing for its first harvest in years.
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Dyckman Day 2025: Celebrating Community, Culture, and Connection with CASW
CASW joined neighbors, partners, and local organizations at Dyckman Day to celebrate community, share resources, and honor the vibrant culture of the neighborhood we call home.
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Community Comes Together for Food Distribution and Fun at Bronx River Center
With help from FoodBank4NYC and surprise guests like Charlemagne Tha God, Bronx River residents enjoy a day of giving and gathering.
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The Power of Fashion: Teaching Teens to Celebrate Failure Through Creativity
What if failure was something to celebrate? In ‘The Power of Fashion,’ a CASW youth program inspired by the book Fail-A-Bration, teens learn to embrace mistakes, express themselves through style, and discover confidence in creativity.
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CASW Profiles: Meet Kaylin Kouakou
This month, on CASW Profiles, meet Kaylin Kouakou, our Media Team’s Senior Illustrator. If you follow us on social media or are subscribed to our newsletter, you may already be aware of her quiet yet RESOUNDING presence in our organization.
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Helping Hands in the Heat: My Experience Supporting SYEP Participants
As a CASW-Media intern, I spent the day supporting SYEP participants during their job placement event—managing crowds, guiding youth, and handing out water under the blazing sun. It was chaotic, but being part of something that helps so many young people take a step toward their future made it all worth it.