SCCA's ‘Artists in the Schools’ initiative is back in a BIG way!
Our popular Outreach Program, launched in 2024, continues to focus on inclusion and diversity within our local communities. This year we will focus on different themes that will focus on creativity, innovation, and imagination
ARTISTS in the SCHOOLS
Exploring the Unexpected: Discovering creativity through surprise, innovation, and imagination.
A Visiting Artist Program for Schools | Grades 3–8
Bring the studio into the classroom with Exploring the Unexpected, an exciting new program that encourages students to take risks, embrace new ideas, and discover the possibilities hidden in everyday experiences.
Each 1.5-hour session is led by a professional visiting artist and features:
- An introduction to the artistic concepts and inspirations behind the workshop.
- Interactive discussions that encourage creative thinking and problem-solving.
- A hands-on artistic experience where students create, collaborate, and explore.
- Reflection opportunities that celebrate imagination, growth, and experimentation.
This program is available from October 2026 through April 2027.
Happy Accidents
Students discover how artists turn mistakes into opportunities. Through painting and mixed media techniques, they will explore creative problem-solving, adaptability, and the artistic process. This workshop encourages students to embrace experimentation and see unexpected outcomes as a source of inspiration.
Seeing It Differently
Treasure to Trash
Students explore how artists and designers use recycled and discarded materials to create innovative works of art. This workshop combines creativity, environmental awareness, and design thinking while encouraging students to see new possibilities in everyday objects.
Brave Choices
Through improvisational theater activities, students practice creative risk-taking, collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. They discover that there is no single “right” answer and build confidence by responding to unexpected challenges and story developments.
To book the Suffolk Center’s ‘Artists in the Schools’ program please contact Amy Blyth, Education and Community Outreach Manager, at: amy.blyth@suffolkcenter.org
What you need to know about our Artists in Schools Program:
- Our Program is available to schools, private, home, parochial, and public.
- Art Instructors will provide all necessary activity-specific supplies and materials, but may request to use basic classroom supplies like scissors, tape, pencils, etc.
- Art instructors may have extensive experience in teaching students of all grade levels and will adapt all classes appropriately, depending on grade level.
- If the number of students surpasses 15, we ask you to please inform this to us in advance to make the necessary arrangements.