Art After School

South Broadway Art Project

Art After School

Art After School focuses on using the arts and professional artists to broaden the worlds of young people, build their self esteem, ignite creativity, develop life skills, reinforce academics, and offer alternatives to inactivity.  South Broadway Art Project is going beyond our organization to build partnerships with schools (elementary through college level), public and private agencies, and businesses to form an alliance of support and growth that can strengthen the entire community.

There is nothing more gratifying for a child to create something that is entirely and uniquely their own. By participating in the arts in a positive environment, young people can open, grow, and accept the world. Art After School unlocks creativity in children that otherwise may have never been given the opportunity. Art activities are not confined within our studio walls and gallery. Familair neighborhood sites are waiting to be touched by an artist. Young people will learn how to use art in small ways to enhance their community. Ultimately our Art After School Program provides a safe place for young people to dream, create, experiment, build self esteem, and do things that feed the soul. Not every child is a success story. However the arts can reach every child in a positive way.

Art After School provides
these opportunities:
    Makes students aware of art and
    their surroundings

    Encourages the creative spirit

    Reinforces academics

    Celebrates individuality

    Awareness and understanding
    of art in cultural heritage

    Provides an outlet to release
    energy in a positive way

With Support from the
Mental Health Board of St. Louis

This program is FREE
to accepted students

Spring 2012
April 19th - May 17th
Thursdays
2:30-5:30pm
Students should come to SBAP
when their school gets out.

APPLICATION DEADLINE
Tuesday April 10th
Sarah Rye Bliss will be making appointments with eligible schools on Thursday March 8th & Tuesday March 20th to interview students and pick up applications. This program has limited space, please get your applications in early.

Qualifications
1. Ages: 12 -18/6th grade - 12th grade
2. Residence: Must be a resident of St. Louis City
3. Skill: Must have examples of art work/ portfolio and must demonstrate a strong will to want to learn about and make art.
4. Must have two teacher recommendations.
5. Must have planned arrangement for drop off and pick up.

How to Apply:
1. Teacher Recommendation Forms - Please type your student recommendations and email them to info@southbroadwayartproject.org or give them to Sarah when she visits your school.
2. Student Essay - Student must write a one page essay about why they want to make art and be a part of Art After School.
3. Student applicants must also fill out an online registration form, and financial aid form. Teachers can print form for student to fill out.
3. Students can show Sarah their portfolios and turn in their applications when Sarah visits their school: March 8th or March 20th. Students or teachers can also email recommendation forms and essays to info@southbroadwayartproject.org

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