Yesterday our tour photographer, Kam took advantage of the gorgeous Brooklyn day and got a jumpstart on shots for our webstore. Thanks to our awesome models Jack and Eileen!

Today, we take to the streets of Harlem to wrap up our webstore photoshoot! We’ve recruited some adorable kids to pose in our gear and are excited to share the results with you. Apt. No. 7 has been working diligently to build out the store so you guys can place orders for tees, buttons, stickers, custom USB drives and more (from the comfort of your own home).

Stay tuned for more and enjoy the weekend, =).

- The HPT Team

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Make sure to rid yourself of all the lames in your life while you’re spring cleaning. Here’s the latest video offering from our headlining songstress, j.RENEÉ, off her Uni.VERSE EP. Directed by Dreamclay Pictures.

And guess what? You can download the project for free riiiiight ——> HERE.

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Our headlining emcee continues to shine on and off the stage. Check out his latest video, Enjoy Tonight, from the recently released Divine ScienZe LP. Directed by aaronisnotcool.

Download the project here (for F-R-E-E).

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1 Year Ago Today…

…we were anxiously arriving at the Global Technology Preparatory School in East Harlem, NY setting up for our very first concert. It’s amazing that it’s been a whole year since we kicked off the tour. It’s even more amazing that what started as an idea has manifested into a movement that continues to gain support from people and organizations around the country. Thank you all so much for believing in our mission to use music to advance access to higher education and provide a creative space for communities to support their youth.

Over the course of this year, we’ve seen Kindergartners hula hoop like pros, 3rd graders dance to Michael Jackson’s Thriller as if they’d learned the moves from MJ himself, singers of all ages belt out lyrics like legends, shy 6th graders take the stage as co-hosts and find their voice, student leadership teams rally behind the concept that learning and pursuing your dreams is COOL and most importantly — we’ve seen communities come together and PACK OUT auditoriums and gymnasiums in the name of supporting their children, discovering new ways for them to further their learning and encouraging them to continue doing what they love.

The best part is - we are living out our dreams by giving students across the country the platform to share their gifts, the skills to emerge as leaders, the outlets to further their learning and the courage to pursue their dreams.

We’ve been quietly building and further developing our brand over the past few months and have so much in store for the 2012-2013 school year and the years ahead (perhaps in a town near you). On behalf of the Hall Pass Tour team, from the very bottom of all of our hearts, thank you.

Holley M.
Co-Founder, Tour Manager, Host

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Hall Pass Tour + Zinch = College Scholarships!

Hey Dreamers! Have you signed up for Zinch yet? Not only do they give away 2 billion dollars in scholarship funds but they match you with colleges that fit your interests AND make the admissions process stress and pain free. We’ve partnered with them to get you more money for college.

Whether you’re a HS/college (undergrad or grad) student, counselor, admissions officer or parent - sign up for FREE through our dedicated link: bit.ly/HPTZinch

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Wow! The past month has been incredible. We’ve met hundreds of students, community members, parents and school faculty/administrators. I sat at my computer around 5 this morning scanning through pics and footage from the tour and laughed hysterically, beamed with pride and almost cried ~~once~~ (or twice) thinking about how much we’ve accomplished and reliving all the unforgettable moments on the road. Thank you to all the schools who’ve welcomed us with open arms this fall: Richard R. Green HS of Teaching, Plattsburgh High School, Ticonderoga Central School, Crown Point Central School, Keeseville Elementary School, Willsboro Central School, Paterson School No. 5, International High School/Garrett Morgan Academy.

With our Jersey City and DC concerts this week being rescheduled for next Spring, this Thursday and Friday, we conclude the northeast leg of the tour with F.D Stubbs Elementary School in Wilmington, DE on 12/15 and Pelham Preparatory Academy in the Bronx, NY on 12/16. Both shows are open to the public and we’ll be rockin’ from 6pm - 8pm. The Delaware show is FREE, the Bronx concert has a minimal cover charge $5.

So, pick a date and join us, k? Cool. I promise you’ll have a blast.

Here’s a look at some of our favorite photos/moments from the road. Check our Facebook Page for albums from each individual concert. Footage will be making its way to you at the close of the tour.

Once again, thank you all for your continued support!

Holley Monelle
(Co-Founder, Tour Manager & Host)

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Through the lens of dame.inspired. →

Our tour photographer, dame.inspired, continues to capture all the incredible moments we’ve had since we hit the road. Click the link for her recap and some photos from our last few concerts that are sure to become unforgettable memories for us.

Look out for more photo recaps from the team starting later this afternoon.

dameinspired:

Hope you all had a phenomenal Thanksgiving (I’m STILL working on leftovers). I’m extremely grateful for growth- mine, yours, and all people as a whole. We visited Crown Point School last week, where we joined as part of their Anti-Bullying Day. Every student wore Be Buddies. No Bullies tees. More…

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Tour Updates

Happy Holidays, Tumblr fam! Life feels like it’s moving at 100 miles a minute and we’ve been on the go non-stop over the past three weeks facilitating workshops, info sessions and auditions (plus concerts). This past Tuesday afternoon, we wrapped up our 4th concert on this 13 show run.

Crown Point Central School (a K-12 school) welcomed us with open arms during the unveiling of their new bullying prevention program. We had one of our best concerts to date and afterwards, had the absolute pleasure of joining them for a bonfire, BBQ (yup, in November) and FIREWORKS! — photos coming soon via our Tour Photographer, dame.inspired.

We’re learning, growing and bonding more than I ever could have ever imagined (or dreamed) and the experience is life changing, every time. It’s mind-blowing to be waking up everyday and living out our dreams. We’re back in NYC until Tuesday night enjoying family time, sleep and playing catch up with our other full time jobs but speaking on behalf of the entire team — it’s a blessing to be in this space right now, living in color.

Please know that we are thankful, grateful and appreciative of you and all your support, every single day of the week.

Enjoy the weekend,

Holley Monelle
(Co-Founder, Tour Manager & Host)

P.S - Check out all the Fall 2011 tour dates here: http://bnds.in/w1ANbM

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Richard R. Green High School of Teaching is ready for the kick-off concert tomorrow. Are you?

All roads point to 7 Beaver St. New York, NY 10004 (4/5 train to Bowling Green). 6PM - 8PM. $5 entry fee for adults and children over 5. Giveaways from the Hall Pass Tour, Zinch, Sprayground, vitaminTHICK and more.

This concert marks the beginning of our nationwide expansion. SEE. YOU. THERE!

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We got our posters in today! Next Thursday, November 10 is the kick-off. Richard R. Green High School of Teaching • 6pm - 8pm • 7 Beaver St. New York, NY

ARE. YOU. READY?!

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