We believe that collaborative and inclusive urban design can improve quality of life for all, including children! Design Your Neighborhood teaches middle school youth how to creatively problem-solve neighborhood issues while building awareness and exposure to the world around them.

 

Design Your Neighborhood is a project-based curriculum that can easily be embedded in classrooms under Tennessee state standards for Visual Arts, Science, and ELA.


 

DYN Projects

Transit Artwork Project, Howard Connect Academy, 2022-23

Transportation Paint Challenge, Howard Connect Academy, 2022-23

Transit Artwork Project, East Lake Academy, 2022-23

Transportation Paint Challenge, East Lake Academy, 2022-23

Transit Artwork Project, Tyner Middle Academy, 2023-34

Transportation Paint Challenge, Sale Creek Middle, 2023-24


 

We partnered with Design Your Neighborhood, and our friends at the Nashville Civic Design Center, to establish this curriculum in Chattanooga. We are excited to continue collaborating with teachers to provide opportunities for students to connect with and take action in their community.

 

The curriculum is free for all Hamilton County teachers!