The Urban Collaborative, a national network of over 100 school districts dedicated to improving special education services, is proud to announce the unveiling of a mural painted during its Urban Collaborative Conference. The mural, designed by international artist Kyle Holbrook, is based on the conference theme, "A Roadmap to Equitable and Inclusive Schools." The mural will be permanently housed in the 1) Wilsonville Board of Education office, 2) the Portland Public Schools headquarters, serving as lasting reminders of the importance of inclusion and equity in education and 3) Department of Education in Washington DC, Glenna Laureen Wright-Gallo is an American educator serving as assistant secretary of education for special education and rehabilitative services in the Biden administration
Lauren Katzman, Executive Director of Urban Collaborative
“The unveiling of this mural symbolizes our collective commitment to creating inclusive and equitable schools. It serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and the importance of celebrating the work of educational leaders who create systems that strive to bring out the genius in all students.”
Kyle Holbrook- Executive Artist MLK Mural Project and Glenna Laureen Wright-Gallo-assistant secretary of education for special education and rehabilitative services in the Biden administration with a mural Over three days, educators from across the country will contribute messages and images related to inclusion and diversity, with the mural being painted by special educators from over 100 different school districts. The mural will also involve youth from the Portland and Wilsonville school districts, coinciding with National Autism Acceptance Month. The mural will be installed in the Department of Education Offices in Washington, DC.
JUDY HEUMANN CENTER MURAL PROJECT
Overview: Wilsonville, OR
The “Judy Heumann Adult Transition Center Mural Project” celebrates the life and legacy of Judith "Judy" Heumann (1947-2023), an iconic figure in the Disability Rights Movement. This project aims to honor Heumann's contributions to inclusivity and advocacy. This project centers around the creation of a mural in downtown Wilsonville, serving as a focal point for the adult transition center catering to individuals aged 18 to 21. The mural will not only honor Judy Heumann but also embody the theme of inclusion, incorporating personal messages from students, faculty, and community members. The mural, led by artist Kyle Holbrook(Artist), will serve as a visual representation of inclusion and “rightful presence”, Will be in the aesthetic combination of a mirror painted on the wall in conjunction with canvases, creating a unique visual experience. The unveiling ceremony was April 5, 2024 at 2:30 PM at the Judy Heumann Adult Transition Center, located at 8553 SW Main St, Wilsonville, OR 97070.
Dame Time to wear Masks Mural
Alberta Arts District
(Cover Story) The Portland Observer- Artist Kyle Holbrook “Dame Time to Mask Up Mural” in the Alberta Arts District, Portland, Oregon.
