Akron School for the Arts

Akron School for the Arts

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The Akron School for the Arts is a nationally-recognized visual and performing arts program housed in the Firestone Community Learning Center.

It offers a four-year collegiate model with advanced arts training to prepare students for college art programs.

04/22/2026

If you are looking to do some good while getting some food. Come tonight 4-8pm and get Chipotle!!!!!

We get 25% back to our visual art program!

04/14/2026

You don’t want to miss this weekend at Firestone CLC! We have our production Disney’s The Little Mermaid, with four shows for you to catch Thursday - Sunday! Tickets available on Hometown Tickets. We also have our Tea Under the Sea for your little princesses on Sunday at 1:00 to meet Ariel and her friends. Don’t miss out!

03/25/2026

Wednesday April 22nd 4-8pm! The Firestone ASA Art Boosters has schedule a Chipotle Fundraiser for us! Mark your calendars now!!!!

03/24/2026
03/18/2026

Firestone CLC is inviting current 7th graders to get a firsthand look at what’s ahead!

Join us for the 7th Grade Experience on Thursday, March 26. Space is limited to 40 students, so be sure to register by Monday, March 23.

Complete the form to save your spot and get ready for a great morning at Firestone: https://hubs.ly/Q0478gsl0

03/13/2026

Today March 13th, 2026 All after school activities are cancelled including the Dance performance and boys volleyball match due to a power outage.

Photos from Akron School for the Arts's post 02/23/2026

FIRESTONE AKRON SCHOOL OF THE ARTS
ASA Visual Art Program
2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards

This selection represents a small collection of award-winning work from the Firestone Akron School of the Arts Visual Art Program recognized in the prestigious 2026 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

Regional Awards and Nominations

Honorable Mention (HM) Artwork or writing demonstrating creative potential. Works receiving this award are not included in our regional exhibition. Students are recognized with certificates.

Silver Key Award Artwork or writing demonstrating achievement worthy of recognition on the regional level. Students are recognized with Silver Key lapel pins and certificates.

Gold Key Award Artwork or writing demonstrating the highest levels of achievement in technique, originality, and personal voice. Gold Key works are forwarded to New York City for National Adjudication. Students are recognized with Gold Key lapel pins and certificates.

Students in the Northeast Ohio Region compete for the following distinctions:

Gold Key (highest regional honor; advances to national adjudication)
Silver Key
Honorable Mention
Gold Key Portfolio

Gold Key Portfolio
Aubrey Neer — 12th Grade (Drawing)

Gold Key, Silver Key, and Honorable Mentions
Lulu Emanuele — 12th Grade
2 Gold Keys · 1 Silver Key · 11 Honorable Mentions

Alex Holland-Coffield — 12th Grade
1 Gold Key · 2 Silver Keys · 3 Honorable Mentions

Rose Hollister — 10th Grade
1 Gold Key · 2 Honorable Mentions

Aubrey Neer — 12th Grade
1 Gold Key · 1 Silver Key · 4 Honorable Mentions

Olivia Schwan — 12th Grade
1 Gold Key · 1 Silver Key · 4 Honorable Mentions

Brianna Ellerson-Dyer — 12th Grade
2 Gold Keys · 2 Silver Keys · 7 Honorable Mentions

Suzanne Benn — 12th Grade
1 Honorable Mention

Leah Cirullo — 12th Grade
1 Honorable Mention

Jordan Dampier — 12th Grade
1 Honorable Mention

Sarah Schueler — 12th Grade
2 Honorable Mentions

Carys Field –12th Grade
1 Silver Key · 2 Honorable Mentions

Mariam Rajabu –12th Grade
2 Honorable Mentions (Writing)

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470 Castle Boulevard
Akron, OH
44313

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 3:15am
Tuesday 8am - 3:15am
Wednesday 8am - 3:15am
Thursday 8am - 3:15pm
Friday 8am - 3:15pm