Today the AAA 5th grade participated in a virtual visit with students in Chernihiv, Ukraine. The visit is part of the school partnership program with Hugs From Friends, a non-profit in NW Arkansas that works with community organizations to send messages of hope and love to children affected by the war in Ukraine.
AAA’s partnership with Hugs From Friends began in 2022. Students from our schools have sent artwork, collected Beenie Babies to send to children in Ukraine as well as hosted a fund-raising event to raise money for generators for schools in Ukraine. One of the classes that have participated in the Ukraine exchange has been Mr. Joe Papania’s Social Studies classes. This is the third year that students have exchanged art, sent messages of HOPE and shared virtual conversations.
SLAVA UKRAINE! 🧡
To learn more about Hugs From Friends and how you can help children affected by the war visit https://www.hugsfromfriends.org/
Дякую (THANK YOU!) Hugs From Friends and our Friends in Chernihev, Ukraine!
This Thursday, March 13th is Art on the Bricks from 4:30-7:30 pm! Join us at the A3 Gallery (228 S 1st Street, Rogers) to participate in this community event. This month's theme is "How Sweet it is!" Our culinary students sell sweet treats! The exhibition will feature AAA middle school students, including: visual art, photography, architecture models, historic reels and a community participation installation that educates the public on pollution in our oceans. We look forward to seeing you at the A3!
AAA is proud to be a community partner with Downtown Rogers for this event. To learn more about Art on the Bricks visit https://artonthebricks.com/
Attention Students interested in studio art, art history or art education!
The University of Arkansas School of Art is hosting a week long overnight Summer Arts Workshop for rising high school students in grades 10 - 12. Students will be able to select a preferred area of interest in studio art, art history or education and take afternoon course sessions taught by School of Art faculty who are also working artists, designers, and scholars. Throughout the week they will meet with current students, different offices on campus, learning about applying to colleges, scholarship options, and a career in the arts. Students will meet also visit various organizations from the Northwest Arkansas area, including e field trips to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, The Momentary, and other art galleries. Dates of the camp will be from Saturday, June 14 through Saturday, June 21. The camp is free for students as well—including all meals, lodging, transportation to sites and events, and materials for their afternoon courses. For information about the Summer Workshop and to apply visit https://art.uark.edu/news-events/summer-arts-workshop.php Application process is open on uarkart.slideroom.com Deadline for applications is March 21.
Next Thursday March 13th is Art on the Bricks from 4:30-7:30 pm! Join us at the A3 Gallery, located at 228 S 1st Street, to participate in this community event. This month's theme is "How Sweet it is!" Our culinary students will be present to sell sweet treats! The exhibition will feature AAA middle school students. The galleries will be filled with visual art, photography, architecture models, historic reels and a community participation installation that educates the public on pollution in our oceans. We look forward to seeing you at the A3!
AAA is proud to be a community partner with Downtown Rogers for this event. To learn more about Art on the Bricks visit https://artonthebricks.com/
Congratulations to our Arkansas Arts Academy High School staff for leading students to demonstrate historic success! AAA is recognized as being #1 for Overall Growth scores and #1 in Math Growth scores for the 2024 ATLAS tests. Not only does is AAA exceling in the arts but we also excel in academics!
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Make plans to attend Art on the Bricks Art Walk at the A3 Gallery, 228 S 1st Street, on Thursday, March 13th, from 4:30-7:30 pm. The community theme is "How Sweet it is" and the exhibiton will feature art and arts integration projects created by our middle school students. Some highlights will be visual art, photography, architecture models, historic reels and community participation installation that educates the public on pollution in our coeans. We look forward to seeing you at the A3!
AAA is proud to be a community partner with Downtown Rogers for this event. To learn more about Art on the Bricks visit https://artonthebricks.com/
Arkansas Arts Academy High School has been recognized by the Office for Education Policy (OEP) at the University of Arkansas as a school where students demonstrated high growth on the ATLAS!
Awards are based on the 2024 content growth score calculated by the Division of Elementary and Secondary Education. These growth scores reflect how much students at the school improved from 2023 compared to how much other students with similar prior achievement improved.
Due to the lingering icy road conditions in the 21 different communities we serve, AAA will be closed tomorrow, Friday, February 21, 2025. We will see everyone back at school on Monday, February 24, 2025. Stay safe and enjoy the weekend.
Arkansas Arts Academy will be closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 20, 2025.
The University of Arkansas School of Art is hosting a week long overnight Summer Arts Workshop for rising high school students in grades 10 - 12.
Students will be able to select a preferred area of interest in studio art, art history or education and take afternoon course sessions taught by School of Art faculty who are also working artists, designers, and scholars. Throughout the week they will meet with current students, different offices on campus, learning about applying to colleges, scholarship options, and a career in the arts.
Students will meet also visit various organizations from the Northwest Arkansas area, including e field trips to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, The Momentary, and other art galleries.
Dates of the camp will be from Saturday, June 14 through Saturday, June 21. The camp is free for students as well—including all meals, lodging, transportation to sites and events, and materials for their afternoon courses. For information about the Summer Workshop and to apply visit https://art.uark.edu/news-events/summer-arts-workshop.php
Application process is open on uarkart.slideroom.com Deadline for applications is March 21.
The Momentary is offering Teen Takeover on Friday February 28th from 6-8 pm!
Teen Takeovers are monthly events for teens to unwind, have fun, and meet other teens from the area, in a space designed just for them. February, theme is a game night. Teens can grab a snack and settle in for an epic evening filled with classic board games, retro consoles, and a thrilling Mario Kart tournament. It’s a night of fun, friendly rivalry, and unforgettable memories— they won't want to miss out!
This event is free, but registration is required. Visit the website to learn more and register.
https://themomentary.org/
Check out the calendar and plan to attend future Teen Takeover's on March 21st, April 18th, and May 23rd, with more dates coming soon.
Arkansas Arts Academy will be closed , Wednesday, February 19, 2025 due to Weather.
Stay safe and warm.
📢 Parent Meeting Alert! 📢
Join us on March 20 at 6:30 PM in the Arkansas Arts Academy Commons for an important meeting for parents of students with disabilities (ages 16+). A representative from Arkansas Rehabilitation Services will be presenting on the programs they offer to support post-graduation success.
This meeting will be especially beneficial for families of students currently on an IEP or 504 Plan. Don't miss this opportunity to learn about valuable resources for your student’s future!
📍 Arkansas Arts Academy Commons
📅 March 20 | 6:30 PM
We hope to see you there! 💙 #ParentMeeting #PostGradSuccess #IEP #504 #ArkansasRehabServices
Arkansas Arts Academy will be participating in the Downtown Rogers Art on the Bricks Art Walk at the A3 Gallery, 228 S 1st Street, on Thursday, February 13th, from 4:30-7:30 pm. As a satellite creative space, the A3 Gallery will transform into a hub of artistic expression and heartfelt community connection under the event’s theme, “Love Language.”
The evening will kick off with performances by the high school jazz band, middle school student music performances and spoken word. In addition the event will display student artwork spanning from elementary to high school levels. Attendees will have the opportunity to support young artists by purchasing pieces created by both elementary students and members of the High School Ceramic Club.For those with a sweet tooth, the AAA culinary class will be selling Valentine-inspired treats, adding a delicious touch to the festivities.
The event not only provides an opportunity to appreciate the talents of young artists and musicians but also to contribute to a meaningful cause. In collaboration with the non-profit organization Hugs From Friends, the high school Ukraine Club and the interdisciplinary club, the Department of Elsewhere, will host a community creation station. Visitors are invited to craft messages of support and hope for children impacted by the war in Ukraine. These messages will become part of the Peace, Love, and Hope installation, a powerful visual representation of solidarity and compassion.
Join us for an inspiring evening celebrating the power of the arts to connect, heal, and bring people together through music, visual art, or heartfelt messages!
Please join us tomorrow to celebrate our January Herd Heroes!
First grade is practicing the Ukulele today and making some beautiful music!
Make plans to attend Art on the Bricks at the A3 Gallery on Thursday February 13th from 4:30-7:30 pm! Students in Mrs. Joy Price's art classes have created beautiful hearts for purchase expressing the Love Language theme for February. In addition there will be music performances by HS Jazz musicians and Spoken Word shared by MS students. The ceramics club will have a table to sell art and Culinary students will have tasty treats for purchase. While visiting the gallery you will also have the opportunity to share a message of love and support at the community activity table. The Ukraine club and the Department of Elsewhere are collaborating with Hugs From Friends to create artwork, cards and messages to be sent to children affected by the war in Ukraine. We look forward to your participation! To learn more about Art on the Bricks visit: https://artonthebricks.com/
