The Nurture The Creative Mind Foundation Family

(Photo Cred: Bryan Smith)

A near unbearable amount of talent, creativity, passion, loyalty, and innovative intelligence.

Nurture The Creative Mind Celebrates Our 5th Birthday With Wonderful Supporters

(Photo Cred: Bryan Smith)

It's amazing what five years of handwork, unfailing belief, and one amazing cause can do. We were able to celebrate with all of our supporters, friends and family. A special thanks to Mitch and The Wine Cellar for all their handwork in hosting our birthday party, as well as the talented band Shaky Trade who performed. We are eternally grateful for all the work and contribution of our NCM supporters and family.

It was quite emotional and awe inspiring when everyone in The Wine Cellar lit their Vintage Cupcake with birthday candles. The flames seemed to represent the light that turns on in a child when we are able to foster and encourage their creativity. Without our supporters and friends, the impact just wouldn't be possible. Nurture The Creative Mind has had the opportunity to help over 3,500 students in our short five years. Thanks to you, we will be able to take the message to more children and teens.




(Cake made by Ms. Jayme Cash)

Deja Mitchell- NCM's Newest Member & Artistic Dance Instructor

Déja Mitchell has a Bachelor's degree in Modern Dance from Utah State University. She has studied African dance and drumming for 14 years with numerous renowned teachers. She teaches African-based movement in an invigorating atmosphere with polyrhythms, which are the basis of African dance. She helps her students explore the depth and cultural significance of the dances, while making the movement accessible to beginners. She also teaches traditional African drumming rhythms and Djembe techniques as well as other tribal styles in a facilitated drum circle environment.

Deja is a frequent performer and gives interactive and educational workshops for all ages. Performances and workshops are customized. Entertainment can include an African drumming ensemble with dance performance.

About African Dance

African dance embodies athleticism and graceful beauty flowing with rhythm. Traditional dance in Africa occurs collectively, expressing the life of the community. African dance utilizes the concepts of polyrhythms and total body articulation. The traditional dances are a means of marking the experiences of life, encouraging abundant crops, and healing. It is also done for pure enjoyment and building community.

Deja is an amazing addition to the Nurture the Creative Mind Foundation Family and we look forward to building with her in the future.

If you are interested in participating in dance classes instructed by Deja please leave a message here or contact the NCM Foundation Director Amir A.H. Jackson via email amirjackson@NurturetheCreativeMind.com. Thank you

Our Wonderful Weber State Volunteers

Volunteers help with 'Blank Page' after school workshop.