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Geriann, one of The Lab’s MSW Interns, has been working with youth in a Mask-making group. Students learn how to make masks in the style of puppet making used by the Minneapolis-based In the Heart of the Beast Puppet & Mask Theatre. Youth have been exploring notions of “creative self-expression, self & identity“ through this creative activity and process.

Jesse, a student at The Lab, and Bill, a Lab volunteer (who is also a St. Paul Public Schools district painter), talk about their mentorship together, music, learning, teaching, and volunteering.

We hope you will enjoy our updated and revived website!

We want to recognize Reid Piefer of Giant Squid Industries and REMAKERS for the donation of his time, energy, skills and creativity in meeting and working with Lab staff to improve the look and function of thelabspps.com.

Check out Reid’s new project over at REMAKERS, a site that profiles and promotes non-profits, small businesses and people making a difference! It’s really cool!

Thank you, Reid!

Every new beginning comes from some other beginning’s end, and from small beginnings come great things! Since 2000, The Lab has grown from an after school writing group at Ramsey Jr. High serving just 8 students, to an Arts and Wellness-based program serving 11 special education (EBD) programs in St. Paul Public Schools.  We now serve over 250 students, and over 100 educators in our district each year.

Now in its second year at Homecroft School, The Lab continues to grow and evolve.  The Lab has increased its commitment and services to strengthen EBD programs by providing ongoing staff development and support to teams, training and follow up on the Empowerment framework, and ongoing creative outlets for youth. Read more

Volunteer Spotlight

Eleanor Daly

Nickname: Grandma Daly or Hey, Mom!
Modality: Experiential Wellness / Sewing Group

What is your inspiration for volunteering at The Lab?
I always say, “Blame it on the Girl Scouts!” Their promise “to help other people at all times” has stuck with me for 70 years.

What is an experience or moment that has stuck out to you while volunteering at The Lab?
Recently a student came into the room, and apparently was having a bad day. I thought so, as she didn’t return my greeting or respond to several comments. However, by the end of the period we were engaged in a conversation about the approaching holiday. I felt that I had helped her improve her mood. Read more

This is the second episode of The Lab’s Youth Radio Show, “Meet the Students”, the first podcast featuring the two youth interns. Malcolm and Rickeisha talk to Glo and Kama about their experiences at The Lab and their plans for the future. Check it out!

Hi, Kristen Mason here. I’m one of The Lab’s two AmeriCorps VISTA Members, alongside Tricia Michel. We’re both in our second years of service at The Lab. This year, my role solidified as the developer and maintainer of all things technological. Along with helping out in the day to day tech needs of our program, I also create our data collection/logging systems, maintain the website, and work on new graphic design projects to improve the look and feel of our space here at Homecroft and in our print materials. I put together inspirational posters for The Lab and the Empowerment curriculum that are used in the eleven secondary E/BD programs that The Lab serves. Read more

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