Youth Programs at PNCA
“I get to make awesome projects with nice people while learning about historical things!” Lucy, age 10.
PNCA Continuing Education offers a comprehensive program of art courses for children and teens (ages 4-18) including Saturday classes during the fall and spring. YOUTH CLASSES provide artistic skill building and exploration for students, ages 4-18. Courses offer a wide variety of media, each providing basic skill and vocabulary. During the fall and spring semesters, classes are held on Saturdays with an exhibition of student work at the end of each semester. During the summer, classes are one and two week workshops.
Learn more on the Youth Program Facebook Page.
Youth Scholarship Deadlines:
Winter Term: Friday December 9, 2011
Spring Term: Friday February 27, 2012 (Deadline Extended!)
Summer Term (smARTworks): Friday April 27, 2012
Fill out the Scholarship Form Online!
Solicitud para becas
or
Download the Scholarship Form
Download our Medical Release Form
(This form must be completed in full by the first day of class.)
The Pre-College Studios Program uses an alternate application process and form. Please visit the Pre-College section of our website to download our Studios scholarship application.
PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM offers workshops through out the year as intensive course for students looking to sharpen their skills and develop a portfolio for college admissions. The Pre-College Program also offers the Summer Studios, a four week college prep for serious students interested in expanding their art training, developing a portfolio, and experiencing an art college environment. This year’s program runs July 16 – August 3, 2012.
smARTworks are unique summer courses designed specifically for first through eighth grade students who use art as a lens to investigate the world. One-week workshops guide children as they explore project topics and encourage their ideas to take form. Included in smARTworks registration are a camp T-shirt and healthy morning and afternoon snacks. Students have the opportunity to utilize the many resources of the college including professional studios and labs, quality tools and materials, Charles Voorhies Fine Art Library and the Internet. If you would like more information about 2012 smARTworks which runs July 9- August 3, you can call (503) 821-8903.
PNCAs Youth program of art classes for children was founded in 1910. The philosophy of Anna Belle Crocker, the founder of the program, puts art at the center of an enriched life. The curriculum of the program addresses the continued developmental stages of children and teens. The faculty are practicing fine artists committed to providing a program of excellence in a nurturing, supportive and enriched environment. PNCA awards scholarships to children based on financial need and artistic merit.
PNCA Youth Program scholarships are made possible in part thanks to support from Herbert A. Templeton Foundation, H.W. Irwin and D.C.H. Irwin Foundation and the Jackson Foundation.
Are you interested in coordinating an event, activity, or tour with PNCA’s Youth Program? Continuing Education is happy to work with your school or program to facilitate an exciting and engaging on-campus experience at PNCA. A variety of events including custom tours and activities can be arranged through PNCA’s Youth Program. We will work with you to ensure that these activities meet the curricular goals for your group while still being age appropriate and considerate of your cohorts population.
Please complete our Event Request form to inquire about a tour, activity, or other special event.
Click here to access our Event Request form
