Arts Connect

Our year-round program for girls on probation and diversion, in partnership with Pierce County Juvenile Court, Arts Connect serves girls, ages 11-19, engaging them in a new art form each quarter, such as glass fusing, printmaking, glassblowing, and photography. The program teaches art while addressing other issues critical to success of each girl: teamwork and collaboration, positive social interactions, the ability to reflect and express themselves, the ability to trust in adults and other girls, leadership development, and communication. Arts Connect participants also engage in a service/philanthropy project each session, which extends their awareness beyond themselves into their community.