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Why Arts for Learning Connecticut?
Since 1979, Arts for Learning Connecticut has envisioned a statewide community where the arts are valued for their capacity to transform lives, and where every student is immersed in opportunities to imagine, create, and realize their full potential through the arts. Working together with artists, educators, and community leaders, we believe that we can transform teaching and learning in our state—and help build a brighter, more beautiful Connecticut.
Latest News
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Glastonbury Greater Together Community Fund Awards $3,000 Grant to Support After-School Arts Program at Gideon Welles School
HAMDEN, CT, May 26, 2025 — Arts for Learning CT is excited to announce a $3,000 grant from the Glastonbury Greater Together Community Fund at the Hartford Foundation for Public Giving, awarded in support of the Express Yourself after-school arts learning program at Gideon Welles School. This funding will support program implementation during the 2025–26…
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Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation Awards $3,000 to Support Express Yourself Arts Program at Smalley Elementary
HAMDEN, CT, May 26, 2025 — Arts for Learning CT is delighted to announce a $3,000 grant from the Thomaston Savings Bank Foundation in support of the continuation of Express Yourself, the after-school arts learning initiative at Smalley Elementary School in New Britain. This generous award builds on the Foundation’s commitment to advancing arts education…
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Ensworth Charitable Foundation Invests $15,000 in Arts Education for Greater Hartford Youth
HAMDEN, CT, May 23, 2025 — Arts for Learning CT is honored to announce a $15,000 grant from the Ensworth Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee. This generous support will expand access to high-quality, culturally responsive arts learning programs for students throughout Greater Hartford, including Hartford, East Hartford, Bloomfield, New Britain, and surrounding communities.…
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From historical character acting to improvised community plays, international storytelling to hip hop poetry, traditional Ghanaiin dance to Flamenco, roots rock, jazz, Japanese taiko, and so much more—our artists can do anything.
Testimonials
Hear from our students, teachers and school leaders
“Thank you for sharing your enthusiasm, creative spirit and passion for combining the arts and literacy – our students have been so inspired by your presence.”
“I truly appreciate your work and admire the way you interact with the kids. The amount of effort you put into learning the topic and making it relevant to what we were doing in class was clearly evident and impressive … my students were truly engaged and learning. I can’t wait to work with you again and I will be recommending you to everyone I can.”
“Thank you so much for the superb program you presented at the Riverdale Public School . The students and faculty were captivated by your charismatic storytelling through acting, music and imagery. We feel very fortunate to have had your program presented to our students.”
“Rachna performed at our school and she was universally LOVED by all the students and staff. Her presentation was visually stunning and included beautiful music, but also contained connections to science, theatre, history, storytelling, sign language, and an abundance of content areas that made the show engaging for EVERYONE, K-8. We were SO lucky to have this prestigious performer at Odyssey this morning and you are very lucky to have her on your AFLCT roster.”
“The Teaching Artists helped us to consider more current aspects of migration along with the history that we were trying to teach. The connection was powerful for the students especially when they connected it to their own family and a journey they may have had to America.”
“Pushing students to think creatively and connect ideas from math to self-reflection is a powerful tool in building meta-cognition. Students working through how they feel and expressing it through art allows them to tap into the thinking process in new ways.”
“I learned that if I pursue my dreams, I can do anything.”
“I learned that we can do whatever we put our mind to.”
“An amazing production whose artistry will stay with you and make you smile long after the performance. Stunning visuals, engaging audience participation, a rich tapestry of Native American storytelling, folklore and culture. Unforgettable!”
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