VISUAL ART CLASSES
FOR STUDENTS PK-12

MUSIC CLASSES
FOR STUDENTS PK-12

DANCE CLASSES
FOR STUDENTS PK-12

THEATER CLASSES
FOR STUDENTS PK-12

CREATIVE WRITING CLASSES
FOR STUDENTS PK-12

THE LEADER
IN QUALITY ARTS EDUCATION

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
FOR TEACHERS STATEWIDE

PROVIDES ACCESS IN THE ARTS
TO ENRICH CHILDREN'S LIVES

Be a SMARTS student! Learn about our free classes for PK-12 students and low-fee classes for adults.

Students

Teachers

Check out SMARTS professional developments, discover our amazing team of teaching artists, and learn about career opportunities.

Who are SMARTS partners? Learn how to bring SMARTS to your community or organization here!

Partners

Events

There's no party like a SMARTS party! See what's happening at SMARTS this year and the community events you'll see us at!

SMARTS Story

SMARTS Model

For 23 years, SMARTS has been a safe, creative, home for PK-12 students and their families. #mySMARTSFamily #BlackLivesMatter

What is SMARTS?

SMARTS Community Art School helps to bridge the gap during and after school with arts curriculum that is unmatched in the region - a place where culture, design, and self-discovery are uniquely intertwined.

At SMARTS, applications for classes are accepted year-round, and K - 12 students throughout the Valley are exposed to various arts programming - visual arts, music, dance, theater, and creative writing - in a time when opportunity in those areas might otherwise be eliminated.

The SMARTS impact: School-aged children who flourish, and communities that thrive. Students engaged in the arts are four times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement and twice as likely to graduate college.

Reach new heights with SMARTS!

View the January 2019 - June 2020 Annual Report

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Learn More About Our Classes

The fabric of the SMARTS program is woven by individuals from various walks of life; yet, all share one common thread - an inherent appreciation for the arts. The result? A local tapestry bursting with talent and a love of learning, ranging from those with an affinity for theater to people who voice expression through writing and visual arts.

Visual Arts

Music

Dance

Theater

Creative Writing

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Donate to SMARTS Today - Be A Part of It!

The future success of SMARTS depends on the support and generosity of people like you!

Donations help fund operational costs at our location in the Ohio One Building and provide future programming in visual arts, music, dance, theater, and creative writing.

Too often, children lose critical access to quality arts education as budget cuts eliminate art and music programs. Help preserve the spirit and legacy that learning in the arts provides, and consider making a donation to help SMARTS community-based art school continue its long-standing, positive impact on our community.

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Mail donations to:

SMARTS

Ohio One

25 East Boardman St., First Floor

Youngstown, Ohio 44503

In accordance with Internal Revenue guidelines, SMARTS, Students Motivated by the Arts is a 501(C)(3) and can receive cash donations. SMARTS has provided no goods or services to you in return for this gift; therefore, the full amount of the gift is a tax deductible contribution. Checks can be made to SMARTS and should include contact information including snail mail and email address.