Youth Arts Spark Confidence, Creativity, and Connection
COMPAS Teaching Artists bring creative experiences to out-of-school and after-school programs, helping young people build confidence, express themselves, and discover new possibilities through the arts.
Creative experiences that build well-being anywhere youth gather
Perfect for:
- Schools
- Libraries
- Parks & Recreation Centers
- Social Service Organizations
- Community-Based Organizations
Why Choose COMPAS Youth Arts?
Spark Creativity and Confidence
Youth explore new tools, processes, and ideas in supportive, hands-on settings.
Engage Young People With Professional Teaching Artists
COMPAS Teaching Artists are practicing artists and trained educators who bring real-world experience into every program.
Help Youth Find Their Voice
Young people express themselves, share their stories, and build confidence through the arts.
“We had one youth who came in feeling hesitant with her walls up. [The Teaching Artist] really helped her open up to speak and write. She didn’t perform but wrote a very meaningful poem. She even took the lead in some of our discussions when [the Teaching Artist] made her feel seen.” (Site Contact, 2025)
Flexible Program Options
Programs Include:
One-Day Workshops
High-energy, skill-building sessions
Pop-Up Events
One-time arts experiences that add creativity to events and community gatherings.
Residencies
Longer-term programs that deepen learning and artistic skills. Can include participation in public showcases and exhibitions
Performances
Inspiration-rich and interactive shows.
Art Forms Include:
Visual Arts * Spoken Word * Audio Engineering * Video * Photography * and more
Every program is tailored to your youth, goals, and setting.
All COMPAS Teaching Artists are background-checked, insured, and ready to mentor youth in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways.
Program Extensions to Expand Youth Horizons
Youth Spokenword Showcase
Bring youth stories to life—from idea to performance. Perfect for spoken word, theater, or interdisciplinary showcases.
→ Youth Spoken Word Showcase
Emerging Young Artists
Intensive mentorship for youth ready to grow as artists, build portfolios, and explore professional pathways & career options.
→ Explore Emerging Young Artists
Community-Building Collaborations
We partner with schools and organizations to create unique, commnity-centered projects that leave a legacy. Do you have a mural idea, or a group that would learn valuable skills by creating something together? Contact us to make it happen?
Ready to bring Youth Arts to your community?
Let’s create something meaningful together.
“I usually write poetry because it helps me find exact words or synonyms for the exact feeling I’m feeling. It just kind of makes me think really deeply and like actually be able to target that emotion for the moment.” (Youth Participant 2025)
