Students Motivated by the Arts

Students Motivated by the Arts

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SMARTS, Students Motivated by the Arts, Your Community Art School! SMARTS classes include visual arts, music, dance, theater, and creative writing.

SMARTS is a community-based art school which seeks to motivate students to succeed in all areas of life by teaching them the discipline and focus that creating art takes. SMARTS classes take place during and after school at the SMARTS facility in the Ohio One building and out in the community at schools and organizations that serve youth.

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01/24/2025

Do you have a passion for teaching the arts to students of all ages and abilities? Are you flexible and open-minded to new ideas? SMARTS (Students Motivated by the Arts) is searching for enthusiastic fine arts teachers for PK-12 students. Teachers will have the opportunity to teach applied classes in their area of expertise as well as be trained to teach in any of the following programs: Arts Integration, Early SMARTS (PK), and Beats and Empowers (special education).

We are seeking multiple candidates with availability to teach both/either:
- during the school day
- after school between 4-7pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and on Saturdays from 10am-1pm

Qualified candidates should be working towards or hold at a minimum of a B.S., B.A., or a B.F.A. in an applied arts field OR have equivalent experience; have and/or can pass a current FBI/BCI background check; and can design and execute a creative curriculum that follows the Ohio State Standards. You will have support from an experienced team of artist educators. To see the full job description and apply, click here: https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4a5b48066401fb9f&from=shareddesktop For additional information, feel free to contact us at 330-574-2787(ARTS).

01/22/2025

📣 Tonight's String Program Classes for Violin, Ensemble, and Cello are cancelled due to the extreme cold temperatures. This program will now begin Wednesday, January 29 at it's regular time. Stay warm, and we'll see you next week!

Photos from Students Motivated by the Arts's post 01/18/2025

Our Early SMARTS Open House is underway, and our littlest creatives are discovering the love of art! Thanks to our friends at the The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County for sharing their programs with our families!

01/16/2025

Don't miss this opportunity for your youngest creatives to discover the arts at our Early SMARTS Open House Celebration this Saturday! It's the last day for registration, and we can't wait to see you there.

Click here to register: https://forms.gle/VDezkKxnHZDyjd4F8

Discover the joy of visual arts, music, dance, and theater with your youngest SMARTists at the Early SMARTS Open House Celebration on Saturday, January 18 from 11am-1:30pm! We are delighted to invite your family to join us for this fun-filled event is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, along with their siblings, parent, or guardian, offering a unique opportunity to bond through creative, hands-on arts activities.

Early SMARTS, our specialized program for young children (ages 18 months - 5 years), uses creative play and exploration to nurture the imagination and curiosity that every child holds. By introducing the arts at an early age, SMARTS helps children build essential life skills, from self-control to problem-solving, while also boosting their self-confidence and ability to express themselves.

Register for this free event at https://smartsartschool.org/early-smarts-open-house/

(Snow date: Saturday, January 25 at 11am-1:30pm)

01/15/2025

It's time! Registration for our Spring 2025 Classes is now open our our website. We are excited to announce that SMARTS will be offering 35 free classes this Spring, held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays. These classes are open to the public and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. As always, we’ve carefully curated a diverse selection of offerings across various disciplines. This semester, we’re thrilled to introduce some exciting new options:
- SMARTS Yoga & Relaxation: Perfect for starting new habits and finding balance.
- SMARTS Music Lab: An advanced music class to help students further develop their musical talents.
- SMARTS Children’s Choir: A great opportunity to explore and strengthen your singing voice.
- SMARTS Funny Fables Newsroom: A creative class where students will transform fairytales and fables into funny news stories.

We can't wait to see your student at SMARTS this spring! Make sure that you have completed an application for them before registering.

https://smartsartschool.org/classes-enroll-spring25/

01/10/2025

It's here! The Spring 2025 Catalog is now available on our website! We have an exciting selection for your students, from those just discovering the joy of the arts, to those looking to enhance their skills, there's something for everyone. You can view the catalog at https://smartsartschool.org/classes/

Registration opens on Wednesday, January 15 at 1pm and spaces are on a first come, first served basis. Be sure you've completed their application so you're ready to go!

01/08/2025

Discover the joy of visual arts, music, dance, and theater with your youngest SMARTists at the Early SMARTS Open House Celebration on Saturday, January 18 from 11am-1:30pm! We are delighted to invite your family to join us for this fun-filled event is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, along with their siblings, parent, or guardian, offering a unique opportunity to bond through creative, hands-on arts activities.

Early SMARTS, our specialized program for young children (ages 18 months - 5 years), uses creative play and exploration to nurture the imagination and curiosity that every child holds. By introducing the arts at an early age, SMARTS helps children build essential life skills, from self-control to problem-solving, while also boosting their self-confidence and ability to express themselves.

Register for this free event at https://smartsartschool.org/early-smarts-open-house/

(Snow date: Saturday, January 25 at 11am-1:30pm)

01/03/2025

We’re delighted to invite you and your littlest SMARTists to the Early SMARTS Open House Celebration on Saturday, January 18 from 11am-1:30pm (snow-date: Saturday, January 25 from 11am-1:30pm). This magical, fun-filled event is designed for children ages 18 months to 5 years old, along with their siblings, parent, or guardian, offering a unique opportunity to bond through creative, hands-on arts activities. Together, you can discover the joy of visual arts, music, dance, and theater. This event is free and open to all with registration at https://smartsartschool.org/early-smarts-open-house/

01/02/2025

Qualified candidates should be working towards or hold at a minimum of a B.S., B.A., or a B.F.A. in an applied arts field OR have equivalent experience; have and/or can pass a current FBI/BCI background check; and can design and execute a creative curriculum that follows the Ohio State Standards. You will have support from an experienced team of artist educators. To see the full job description and apply, click here: https://shorturl.at/nLjXD For additional information, feel free to contact us at 330-574-2787(ARTS).

Do you have a passion for teaching the arts to students of all ages? Are dance and movement your creative outlets?

SMARTS (Students Motivated by the Arts) has immediate openings for dance teachers for the upcoming year. We are searching for multiple candidates with availability to teach dance both/either:
- During the school day
- After school between 4-7pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and on Saturdays from 10am-1pm

Qualified candidates should be working towards or hold at a minimum of a B.S., B.A., or a B.F.A. in an applied arts field OR have equivalent experience; have and/or can pass a current FBI/BCI background check; and can design and execute a creative curriculum that follows the Ohio State Standards. You will have support from an experienced team of artist educators. To see the full job description and apply, click here: https://shorturl.at/nLjXD For additional information, feel free to contact us at 330-574-2787(ARTS).

12/31/2024

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude to our talented students, dedicated staff, and supportive community. Your passion and creativity have made this year truly special, and we’re excited to continue growing together in the year ahead. We look forward to seeing you in the new year for more artistic adventures!

Our offices will close today, Tuesday, December 31, at 12pm, and reopen on Thursday, January 2 at 9am.

12/28/2024

Get ready -- registration for our Spring 2025 Public Programming classes will open early in January 2025. Make sure your student is ready to be registered by completing an application. All SMARTS families will receive an email when the catalog is available to review, with along information regarding when registration opens. Don't miss these updates, complete your child's application today! Click the link in our bio or head to https://smartsartschool.org/classes/

12/24/2024

The SMARTS team wishes you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season filled with inspiration, peace, and connection, from our home in the historic Ohio One Building to yours.

Our offices will be closed on Tuesday, December 24-Wednesday, December 25, as well as Wednesday, January 1.

12/23/2024

Do you have a passion for teaching the arts to students of all ages? Are dance and movement your creative outlets?

SMARTS (Students Motivated by the Arts) has immediate openings for dance teachers for the upcoming year. We are searching for multiple candidates with availability to teach dance both/either:
- During the school day
- After school between 4-7pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, and on Saturdays from 10am-1pm

Qualified candidates should be working towards or hold at a minimum of a B.S., B.A., or a B.F.A. in an applied arts field OR have equivalent experience; have and/or can pass a current FBI/BCI background check; and can design and execute a creative curriculum that follows the Ohio State Standards. You will have support from an experienced team of artist educators. To see the full job description and apply, click here: https://shorturl.at/nLjXD For additional information, feel free to contact us at 330-574-2787(ARTS).

Youngstown Foundation Awards Nearly $840K in Grants 12/15/2024

We are grateful to the The Youngstown Foundation for their support so that we can continue to provide free quality arts education to PK-12 students. Last year we served >11,000 students, teachers, administrators, families, and community members. 62% of the students who have signed up to take classes live at or below poverty. A $500 donation pays for 1 student to take SMARTS classes all year. With the lack of arts in schools and cuts in higher education we need all the support we can get to continue to meet the growing demand of students who want to take our classes. Learn more or donate here https://smartsartschool.org/donate-page-draft/

Youngstown Foundation Awards Nearly $840K in Grants The Youngstown Foundation has awarded $839,866 in new grants, including $180,315 to support Students Motivated by the Arts.

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Youngstown, OH
44503

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Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 7pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 7pm
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