ROOTED IN MOTION: STORY, SELF & REFLECTION

ROOTS, RHYTHM & REMEMBERING

A Digital Storytelling Experience Through

Movement, Reflection & Student Voice

An arts-based residency that helps students reconnect with their

authentic voice through movement, storytelling, guided reflection,

and creative expression.

Remember. Restore. Rise.

The TAP Journey

The TAP Journey

Remember

Students reconnect with their stories, strengths, culture, and creative voice.

Restore

Students build confidence, self-awareness, collaboration, expression, and belonging.

Rise

Students create something lasting that reflects who they are—and who they are becoming.

Student Outcomes

  • Greater confidence and self-awareness
  • Stronger authentic voice
  • Creative expression through movement and storytelling
  • Improved communication and collaboration
  • Deeper identity exploration and cultural connection
  • Reflection practices that encourage personal growth
  • A meaningful creative keepsake documenting their journey

School Outcomes

  • A structured arts-integrated residency
  • Meaningful social-emotional learning through the arts
  • Student-centered opportunities for reflection and creative expression
  • Flexible culminating experiences
  • Professional documentation based on the selected residency
  • Family and community engagement opportunities
MEET NADHEGE

MEET NADHEGE

Award-Winning Multifaciated Artist

Creative Learning Strategist • Teaching Artist

With more than 28 years of experience designing arts-based learning experiences, Nadhege combines movement, storytelling, guided reflection, and creative expression to help students connect with identity, confidence, and authentic voice.

We’re not here to blend. We’re here to harmonize.

— Sister Myrah

CURATED ADD-ONS

Customize your residency with additional creative services.

Pricing Section

Choose Your Residency Experience

Discovery Residency

12 Sessions

Includes

  • Planning & intake
  • Guided movement
  • Storytelling prompts
  • Guided reflection
  • TAP Reflection activities
  • Classroom culmination
  • Photo-based Cinematic Memory Presentation

Does Not Include

  • Video production
  • Edited video deliverables
  • Documentary post-production

$12,000

Story Capture Residency

15 Sessions

Includes

  • Everything in Discovery Residency
  • Selected filmed moments
  • Short-form edited content
  • Enhanced classroom documentation
  • Final classroom takeaways

Does Not Include

  • Documentary-style digital culmination

$15,000

Curated Add-Ons

Customize your residency with additional creative services.

Parent Workshops
Teacher Professional Development
Extended Residency
Additional Classroom
Additional Filming
Additional Editing
Enhanced Screening Experience
Blended Live & Remote Experience

SAMPLE STUDENT PROJECT

ROOTED IN MOTION
PILOT RESIDENCY

Piloted at a New York City High School

VOICES FROM THE RESIDENCY

VOICES FROM THE RESIDENCY

PLANNING YOUR EXPERIENCE

PLANNING YOUR EXPERIENCE

Have questions about Roots, Rhythm & Remembering? Explore the frequently asked questions below to learn more about residency options, customization, participation, and what to expect.

MAAT Films FAQ
Is this residency a good fit for my students?+

Roots, Rhythm & Remembering is designed for middle and high school students and can be adapted to align with your school’s grade level, schedule, and educational goals.

Can the residency be customized?+

Yes. Every residency is tailored to your school’s needs, timeline, student population, and desired culminating experience.

How many students can participate?+

Residencies are designed for one classroom or cohort, with options to serve additional classes through multiple residency sections.

What does the school provide?+

Schools typically provide:

  • A classroom, dance studio, auditorium, or multipurpose space
  • A projector or screen (if available)
  • A basic sound system (when needed)
  • A school liaison for scheduling and communication
What is included at the end of the residency?+

Depending on the residency selected, schools may receive:

  • Classroom Showcase
  • School Premiere
  • Digital Photo Memory Story
  • Short-Form Cinematic Memory Story
  • Reflection Gallery
  • Family or Community Celebration
Are media release forms required?+

Yes. Media permissions are coordinated with each school before any student photography, interviews, audio recordings, or video documentation are included in final deliverables.

How do we get started?+

Schedule a Discovery Call or request program information. Together, we’ll discuss your school’s goals, timeline, student population, and determine which residency experience best fits your community.

Every Student Has a Story Worth Remembering

Every Student Has a Story Worth Remembering

Let’s create the space for students to Remember. Restore. Rise.

Every student has a story worth remembering.

Let’s create the space for them to remember, restore, and rise through movement, storytelling, reflection, and creative expression.

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Remember. Restore. Rise.