Parents &
Art Teachers!

Get the details on our summer 2024 pre-college programs and art classes for the young artist in your life.

Know anyone in grades 3–12 who doodles while they daydream or perhaps is the most passionate young artist you’ve ever seen? We’ve got summer plans for them. In addition to educating career-oriented creatives, Moore College of Art & Design is all about inspiring creative elementary, middle school and high school students, building their confidence and encouraging artistic growth.

Summer Art & Design Institute (SADI)

July 7 - August 3, 2024 (In person)

This four-week, three-college-credit summer program offers young women and nonbinary students in grades 10–12 a taste of the art and design college life. SADI "grads" are eligible for a $10K scholarship over four years, upon acceptance to Moore's BFA program.

What they’ll experience:

Residence life on Moore’s campus
Evening and weekend activities, from studio time to film screenings
Artist talks and Q&As

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YAW; girl working on a fashion design garment in an art studio

Young Artists Workshop (YAW)

Starts on July 8 (In-person and virtual options)

In these all-gender art and design courses, kids in grades 3–12 grow as artists while making lasting friendships.

Course examples:

Career Lab: Animation & Illustration
Character Design
Anatomy for Artists
College Portfolio Prep
Fashion Illustration & Simple Sewing
Ceramics

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“My most favorite part about SADI was that I got to meet a variety of other artists and designers. Working alongside other artists helped me learn more about my own art and the world of art itself.”

SADI Student

What’s In It For Parents?

Your kids will become more confident and independent.
They’ll also learn from world-renowned educators and see how their talents can translate to a career.
Experienced program staff and security team are on duty 24 hours a day.