Ignite Philly 9: Varissa McMickens wins “Most Inspiring” award
At Ignite Philly 9, Varissa McMickens gave a passionate 5-minute presentation about supporting youth arts education, winning the "Most Inspiring" award of all 15 speakers. Read More »
The Stetson Middle School Shutterbugs and their photography teacher, Anthony Rocco, were featured in the Inquirer this week. This after-school photography program is changing the way these youth see the world. Read More »
At Ignite Philly 9, Varissa McMickens gave a passionate 5-minute presentation about supporting youth arts education, winning the "Most Inspiring" award of all 15 speakers. Read More »
Become an official supporter of ArtsRising by taking our pledge to keep the arts alive for all children and youth in Philadelphia. Read More »
Proposed changes to public education funding are estimated at a $21.6 million decrease in funding for the Philadelphia public school district. A weak state education budget results in cuts both to arts teachers and to programs bringing artists into schools. Read More »
Walnut Street Theatre's touring outreach company performs at Harding Middle School Read More »
Join us at the Harrisburg Capitol Rally on Valentine's Day to help Governor Corbett fall back in love with education. Read More »
Public education funding in Pennsylvania was slashed by $900 million in budget cuts last year. Our calls to the Governor can ensure that public education is given the state-level support it desperately needs. Read More »
Youth, community partners and concerned citizens in Kensington rally for an end to the violence. Read More »
ArtsRising continues to meet with individuals and organizations who provide arts programs and services to young people. Read More »
Currently, the Philadelphia School District is undergoing immense budget cuts. This is a big issue for Philadelphia schools and students - including arts programs and teachers - read about it. Stay informed. Read More »
Stetson students learn to capture their world through photography. Read More »
Harding Def Poets attend the opening of Frankford CDC Computer Lab and meet Mayor Nutter and Rep. Tony Payton, Jr. Read More »
Students in the Baldi Middle School orchestra had a special treat when they visited the Kimmel Center in Center City to sit in on a rehearsal of the Philadelphia Orchestra. Read More »
Students at ArtsRising schools showcase their talent in winter concerts and performances. Read More »
Grover Washington Jr. Middle School held its annual Winter Performance Showcase which included adoption of ArtsZone by PECO. Read More »
PECO has adopted an entire ArtsZone community at Grover Washington, Jr. Middle School. Read More »
Clef Club trains Grover Washington Jr. Middle School music teachers on innovative and interactive digital-based general music curriculum tool. Read More »
Philadelphia-based dance company olive Dance Theatre presented several assemblies for students at Harding Middle School yesterday. Read More »
Fleisher Art Memorial was honored by President Obama's Committee on Arts and Humanities for providing outstanding arts education to Philadelphia youth. Read More »
Mix and mingle with Philadelphia teachers! Read More »