Inspiring Learning Through and With The Arts
For over seventy years, the Center for Arts-Inspired Learning (formerly Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio) has been a catalyst for transformation, igniting the creative spark in nearly 7 million youth across 18 counties. Our journey goes beyond classrooms, resonating through advocacy, professional development, and vibrant community programs.
All-Inclusive Arts Education
We specialize in crafting innovative learning adventures that bridge learning gaps, nurture creative thinking, and empower youth to excel not only in school but also in their first jobs and beyond. Our team features more than 75 professional teaching artists, each a maestro in their respective domains. They fuse artistry with curriculum and socio-emotional themes, helping youth in Grades PreK-12 learn through and with the arts.
Arts education is what we do, and it’s the one place where you can do it all—dance, theater, music, digital arts, visual arts, on-location performances, workshops, residencies, and professional development. Our experienced Education Staff stands ready to customize all of our arts programming to fit the unique needs of any organization.
THE MISSION IS CLEAR
We champion creative learning, drive educational innovation, and transform lives through collaborative efforts involving teaching artists, students, educators, and communities.
Our vision
It is our vision to change lives and improve communities as the leader in making the arts a core component of every student’s education and development.
the values we stand by
The Center for Arts-Inspired Learning is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of students by demonstrating:
Equity and access
Children of all socioeconomic backgrounds have opportunities for creative self-expression.
Academic alignment
Creative learning experiences and instructional approaches are designed to increase academic success, social-emotional learning, and family and community engagement. They are customized to address core curricular needs.
Artistic excellence
Compelling, high-quality artistry is demonstrated by all teaching artists through a diversity of authentic engaging residencies, workshops, and performances.
Innovation
We pioneer new approaches, take risks, and use research to inform best practices.
Collaboration
We achieve greater results by fostering connections among our ever-expanding networks of arts professionals, teachers, school leaders, nonprofit, business, and philanthropic partners.
Accountability
We adhere to the highest standards of integrity and responsibility while delivering results.
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We’re in over 230 organizations and serve nearly 240,000 youth annually. See how we’ve made an impact.
