Arts After School Kids

What is AASK?

Arts After School Kids (AASK) is a Unique Free not for profit charitable organization that offers an arts based program that develops self esteem and confidence and sparkling potential in youth 11-14 in our community. The students attend twice a week for sessions with professional instruction in different art forms, which are acoustic & bass guitar, keyboard, vocals, drums, visual arts and drama. The program offers a nutritional snack prior to sessions. AASK will provide a supportive and safe learning environment for at risk youth with a focus on developing skills, through the arts, to assist their future growth and development. The program is held every Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30- 4:45 pm at 97 Tenth Avenue, using space at Bellview Public School in Eagle Place. The program has been operating since the pilot in 2007. We are funded by numerous community stakeholders, foundations, local businesses, corporate, and personal donation. We are currently developing our governance, with a Board of 10 members, and utilizing two consultants. By using music and art as the driving force we are: connecting students to their creativity, enhancing self awareness, creating opportunities for youth who may not other -wise have the chance to experience the arts.

A Generous Donation

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Our program was fortunate enough to receive a surprise donation from the community during our Breakfast with Santa in November. Mr. and Mrs. Weegar are the proud grandparents of one of the kids that are involved in our program. They have had the opportunity to see their grandchild perform, and…

Afro Latin Jazz

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November 15,2011 Frank Defelice invited some AASK students to an evening at the sanderson center for some Afro Latin Jazz – it was amazing music and the students loved it!!! they were moving and beating to the music all evening with Luis Mario Ochoa Frank Defelice offers the Arts After School many…

AASK Promotional Video

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A huge thank-you goes out to the Laurier Students who created this awesome video for us for their Service Learning Program. They were also a tremdous help in creating and implementing the fundraisers with the direction of Andy White.

Bringing in the Spirit of Christmas

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AASK students presented Bringing in the Spirit of Christmas on Sunday December 11 at the Station Coffee House. The instrumentals and vocals played and sang some of our favourite Christmas songs including Frosty the Snowman, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and other classics tunes. The Visual arts were exhibited…

Breakfast with Santa.

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The Arts After School Kids Annual Breakfast with Santa was held in a new location this year- The Brantford Civic Center and the space was packed, over 200 people attended the Breakfast with both Mr & Mrs Claus. Free photos with the Clauses were available – if you had…

A Letter from Andy

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Andy White: Fund raising Coordinator – Arts After School Kids. That is my title; however, please remember that I am just one member of a team. Over these past few months I have met many new people and I hope new friends, each one having unique gifts; but all having…

What does the program look like?

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Throughout the school year, the program operates on Tuesday and Thursday after school. Students attend classes of their choice to learn acoustic or bass guitar, keyboard, drums, visual arts, or drama. These sessions are taught by professional instructors. Music and drama students frequently perform for parents, and at special events…

Why Arts After School Kids?

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The AASK program helps youth build self-esteem, enhance self-awareness, and discover their creativity. AASK programming provides them experience a sense of personal accomplishment while learning to give back to the community in a positive way. Through AASK, youth will gain an appreciation for the arts, forge new friendships, and open…

What is Arts After School Kids?

zaidandgayle November 16, 2011 December 6, 2011Uncategorized 1

As a non-profit charity, Arts After School Kids (AASK) creates a safe, supportive environment for children. It helps them develop confidence and key life skills through immersion in high quality music, drama, and art instruction—all at no cost to the student. Programming is offered after school for youth aged 11-14.…