Welcome to ARTSiE!

ARTSiE engages and empowers children and families through equity and excellence in arts and education programming, bridging and strengthening cultures and communities in the Chicagoland area.

MASK-MAKING CLASS HIGHLIGHTS

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SPOTLIGHT ON SHOLO

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MURAL PROJECT

Watch how we turn our mission into action.

Making A Difference!

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    CHILDREN

    turned into rising artists through our programs

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    FAMILIES

    inspired by the arts

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    TEACHERS

    given specific arts in education training

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    YEARS

    transforming lives through arts in education

Program Goals

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  • Improve reading comprehension.

  • Heighten social-emotional awareness and connection.

  • Increase parent & family engagement.

  • Shift teacher instructional practices.

  • “I wanted to thank you for having this program. My child absolutely loves his Wednesdays after school. He’s excited each and every week. My husband and I are very pleased that he’s so happy and has found some interest in something besides his iPad. So thank you.”

    -Lisa, Parent

  • “It is such a joy for families to have a shared experience where they can talk about ideas and listen to each other. You are providing this opportunity through ARTSiE, and we are grateful to have Imagine U be part of your world.”

    — Lynn Kelso, Artistic Director of Imagine U

  • “Thank you so much for this wonderful experience. My daughter loved it and looked forward to this class every Tuesday.”

    -ARTSiE Parent

  • “My child believes in herself.  Since my daughter has participated in the program, her self confidence and willingness to participate has soared.  She's like another kid.”

    — ARTSiE Parent

  • “Something wonderful happened. Victor read How the Grinch Who Stole Christmas out loud. First- yes first!- time he has done that. He has gained confidence from reading out loud in literacy program.”

    -Marty, Parent

  • “I am more than pleased with how [Literacy through the Arts] serves the community, reaching all of the youth. It’s a source of pride and enrichment for Hanover Park and the neighboring suburbs.”

    — Rod Craig, Mayor of Hanover Park, IL

  • “Now I see how much my daughter appreciates reading. She now prefers reading a book rather than watching TV.”

    — Shanelle Davis, Parent

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