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MusiciansCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
GUITARS IN THE CLASSROOM (GITC) is a music-focused organization that supports public school learning by training and equipping teachers and school staff to incorporate singing, folk instruments, and music-led activities into academic instruction and social-emotional learning. Its approach centers on professional development and classroom residencies that aim to restore music’s role in childhood education and encourage creative approaches to learning through song and performance. The organization targets educators and school communities as its primary audience, addressing challenges related to integrating arts and music into curricula and enhancing student engagement. Based in San Diego, California, GITC operates within the broader field of music education and arts in education. The group emphasizes hands-on, participatory methods for both teachers and students and collaborates with other arts organizations on initiatives such as free camps and joint programs. Recent developments include partnerships aimed at expanding access to these programs through regional collaborations.