It’s not every day you get to meet Boston Celtics players at their practice facility in Brighton. Or get a special tour of an award-winning artist’s new exhibit at a gallery in Seaport. Last month, students from Ostiguy High School, which ABCD operates in partnership with the Boston Public Schools, did both as part of Ostiguy’s Community Learning program.
The students first took a trip to the Auerbach Center — the Celtics practice facility — where they were given a tour, sat in on a closed-to-the-media practice, and met players. With the NBA playoffs in full swing, being able to observe a practice and meet players is truly a rare opportunity.
“For the OHS community, learning is more than books and tests — it’s about discovering who we are, where we come from, and how far we can go together. Exploration opens doors, and when we explore as one, there’s no limit to what we can achieve. We learn together, we grow together. Community learning isn’t just about sharing knowledge — it’s about building connection, inspiring curiosity, and creating a culture where exploration leads to lasting impact,” said William J. Ostiguy Recovery High School Head of School/Director Tia Lites, Ed.D.
Next, the students visited the BLK Chip Gallery in Seaport for a special tour of Rob “ProBlak” Gibbs’ new exhibit “Deep Breath & Count to Seven.” Gibbs, who grew up in Roxbury, is a pioneer of Boston’s mural and graffiti scene — his five-part “Breathe Life” mural series has earned him national acclaim and recognition and he was named one of Boston’s most influential people by Boston Magazine in 2022. Gibbs is also the co-founder of Artists for Humanity, a nonprofit that provides professional development training and workshops to youth interested in pursuing a career in the arts.
Learn more about Rob Gibbs: problak.com
Learn more about BLK Chip Gallery: blkchip.com