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# After School Arts Program CT

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- [Join Our Summer Camp Team](http://asapct.org/join-our-summer-camp-team/) - Whether you’re sculpting, cooking, acting, conquering the adventure course, or tie-dyeing everything in sight, camp is where you try new things, get gloriously messy, and hang out with people who get you. ASAP! Summer Camp has been a trusted part of our community for 26 years, and draws diverse youth in grades 1-10 from across
- [Get Tickets To Our Annual Fundraising Event](http://asapct.org/get-tickets-to-our-annual-fundraising-event/) - Join us for an evening of creativity and joy at our annual fundraising celebration! Enjoy live music, inspiring art, delicious hors d'oeuvres and drinks, plus special surprises as we honor our incredible community of students and supporters. We can't wait to celebrate with you! Purchase Tickets Attire Casual cocktail. Please note the event will feature
- [Congratulations to the 2026 Celebration of Young Writers Top Selects!](http://asapct.org/congratulations-to-the-2026-celebration-of-young-writers-top-selects/) - This year, we received over 200 submissions from K–12 students across Connecticut. Our judges were moved by the range, depth, and bravery in every piece. To every student who submitted: thank you, and keep writing! All CYW Top Selects will be featured in our first annual Celebration of Young Artists publication, alongside a selection of
- [How Creative Writing Helps Youth Express Themselves](http://asapct.org/how-creative-writing-helps-youth-express-themselves/) - Creative writing isn’t just about stories or poems. It’s a powerful way for young people to express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas. When kids put words on paper, they’re learning to give voice to what’s inside, helping them understand themselves and the world around them. ASAP! offers programs, like We Rise and Celebration of Young
- [New Waterbury program Symphonix launched](http://asapct.org/new-waterbury-program-symphonix-launched/) - Learn more about Symphonix
- [Celebration of Young Photographers Top Selects Announced](http://asapct.org/celebration-of-young-photographers-top-selects-announced/) - Congratulations to this year’s selected photographers! Please join us for the CYP exhibition and awards ceremony on Sunday, November 2, 2025. Reserve tickets to the free event. 2025 TOP SELECTED PHOTOS High School Hudson, August Alexander Permanence, Zhanibek Bekov Disturbance, Bryn Burnett Revival, Bryn Burnett Emergence, Myles Carter Baking Formation, Marissa Donath Saves, Jack Donnelly
- [ASAP! welcomes incoming Executive Director Ali Psomas](http://asapct.org/asap-welcomes-incoming-executive-director-ali-psomas/) - Dear Friends, Supporters, and Partners, After ten incredible years as Program Director at ASAP!, I’m honored to step into the role of Executive Director. This transition marks the beginning of a new chapter. One rooted in gratitude, fueled by purpose, and inspired by the people who make our work so meaningful. Throughout my time at

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- [Home](http://asapct.org/) - What We Do We create high-quality, portable immersive learning experiences for CT youth. Learn About What We Do Latest News Join Our Summer Camp Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Congratulations to the 2026 Celebration of Young Writers Top Selects! Monday, April 20, 2026 Get Tickets To Our Annual Fundraising Event Tuesday, February 24, 2026 Upcoming
- [Donate](http://asapct.org/donate/) - Support Arts-Infused Learning By donating to ASAP!, you enable young people to access transformational learning experiences through our in-school, after school, and summer programs. We can only do this with your support! Donate Today! Other Ways to Donate To learn about supporting ASAP! through an employer matching gift, making a stock or wire donation, or
- [Summer Photography Intensive](http://asapct.org/programs/summer-photography-intensive/) - Summer Photography Intensive Master 35mm cameras, develop film, and create prints in Hartford Art School’s professional darkroom! No digital shortcuts—just authentic, hands-on photography the traditional way. High schoolers in grades 9-12: spend your summer mastering the art of analog photography in a real university darkroom. Learn to shoot with film cameras, develop your own negatives,
- [Celebration of Young Photographers](http://asapct.org/programs/celebration-of-young-photographers/) - About Outstanding young photographers are honored through our annual juried exhibition and award ceremony Submission May 15-Sept 27, 2026 Event Nov 1, 2026 Submitting Photographs ASAP!’s annual Celebration of Young Photographers invites students in grades 6-12 to submit their photographs for a chance to participate in a juried art exhibition. A panel of professional photographers
- [Celebration of Young Writers](http://asapct.org/programs/celebration-of-young-writers/) - About Emerging young voices in the literary arts are celebrated through an annual juried event, publication, and awards ceremony. Submission Feb 1 - Mar 22 2027 Event June 5, 2027 Submitting Writing The 21st Annual Celebration of Young Writers empowers students to share their love of writing with the world. We invite all public, private,
- [Programs](http://asapct.org/programs/) - EXPLORE ALL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS (GRADES 6-12) Celebration of Young Photographers Submit by Sept 27 (Grades K-12) Celebration of Young Writers Submissions Open Winter 2027 (Grades 1-10) Summer Camp August 3-14, 2026 (Grades 5-12) Youth Ensemble Fall - Winter 2027 (Grades 3-5) Metamorphosis Project Annually 2016 - present (Grades 10-12) Summer Photo Intensive Annually 2023
- [Camp Counselor Application](http://asapct.org/programs/summer-camp/camp-counselor-application/) - Summer Camp Counselor Application Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Phone(Required)Can you attend all dates?(Required)July 7 – 4 pm-5 pm: Virtual training // July 21 – 9 am-5 pm: In-person training // Aug 2 – 10 am-5 pm: In-person team building and set up // Aug 3-7 & 10-14 – 8:30 am-4:30 pm: Camp dates // Aug
- [First Aid Director Application](http://asapct.org/programs/summer-camp/first-aid-director-application/) - First Aid Director Application Name(Required) First Last Email(Required) Phone(Required)Can you attend all dates?(Required)July 7 – 4 pm-5 pm: Virtual training // July 21 – 9 am-5 pm: In-person training // Aug 2 – 10 am-5 pm: In-person team building and set up // Aug 3-7 & 10-14 – 8:30 am-4:30 pm: Camp dates // Aug
- [Summer Camp](http://asapct.org/programs/summer-camp/) - About Whether you’re sculpting, cooking, acting, conquering the adventure course, or tie-dyeing everything in sight, camp is where you try new things, get gloriously messy, and hang out with people who get you. Join us! August 3-14, 2026 Picture this: you’re hiking through the woods, clay under your fingernails from a sculpture you worked on
- [Celebration of Young Photographers Submission](http://asapct.org/programs/celebration-of-young-photographers-submission/) - Celebration of Young Writers Submission Form Are you submitting on behalf of a Young Photographer?(Required) Yes No Artist Name(Required) First Last Main Contact Name(Required) First Last Main Contact Phone(Required)Main Contact Email - student/school email not permitted(Required)Main Contact Address(Required) Street Address Address Line 2 City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana
- [Celebration of Young Writers Submission](http://asapct.org/programs/celebration-of-young-writers-submission/) - Celebration of Young Writers Submission Form
- [Youth Ensemble](http://asapct.org/programs/youth-ensemble/) - ASAP! YOUTH ENSEMBLE Young musicians ignite their passion for orchestral music and performance while forging lifelong friendships. The ASAP! Youth Ensemble brings together young string musicians from northwest Connecticut for four dynamic months of orchestral growth and creative collaboration. Students tackle challenging repertoire while building genuine friendships through innovative projects, field trips, performances, and exploring
- [Metamorphosis Project](http://asapct.org/programs/metamorphosis-project/) - About Students blend urban ecology with creative expression to design and build tangible solutions for their communities and the world. The Joy in Learning is Doing The Metamorphosis Project is an immersive, in-school program integrating arts and sciences in elementary school classrooms. Students deepen their connection with and understanding of the Earth through hands-on experiences
- [About](http://asapct.org/about/) - WHERE ART IGNITES LEARNING We are a Connecticut-based, social profit institution recognized for high-quality, portable, immersive learning experiences. Our arts-infused programs make learning joyful, meaningful, and intrinsically valuable for students. Schools today are struggling to meet students’ educational and developmental needs. Current educational and funding models are insufficient to address the challenges facing this generation
- [Symphonix](http://asapct.org/programs/symphonix/) - SYMPHONIX Waterbury K-8 students, many of whom have never held an instrument before, experience the joy of playing, performing, and building community ties through music. Symphonix is a comprehensive in-school music program that will fundamentally change how 135 students in grades K–8 experience education. Launched in partnership with Children’s Community School, the program will introduce
- [Contact](http://asapct.org/contact/) - WE’D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU! Name Email Message Send MAILING ADDRESS ASAP!P.O. Box 15Washington Depot, CT 06794 PHYSICAL ADDRESS 6 Bee Brook RoadWashington Depot, CT 06794860-868-0740asap@asapct.org STAFF EXECUTIVE DIRECTORAli Psomas, ali@asapct.orgPROGRAM DIRECTORRochelle Lind, rochelle@asapct.orgEDUCATION DIRECTORJenna Robb, jenna@asapct.orgOPERATIONS COORDINATORSam Macary, sam@asapct.orgPROGRAM ASSISTANTOlivia Showalter, olivia@asapct.org
- [We Rise](http://asapct.org/programs/we-rise/) - WE RISE Amplifying young voices, sparking community transformation. Middle schoolers explore social justice topics and activism through film, visual art, and storytelling in alignment with their academic studies. Led by artist and film producer Kimolee Eryn, We Rise is rooted in the idea that amplifying student voices allows them to see and act on their
- [ASAP! Celebrates](http://asapct.org/programs/asap-celebrates/) - ASAP! CELEBRATES Thank you for participating in our momentous May 31st event celebrating founder JoAnne Torti’s remarkable legacy and the incredible work of young artists from across CT. Your support allows us to continue nurturing creativity, courage, and self-expression in the next generation of artists, innovators, and caretakers of our planet. Because of you, these
- [Events](http://asapct.org/events/) - NEWS & EVENTS News Join Our Summer Camp Team Wednesday, May 20, 2026 Whether you’re sculpting, cooking, acting, conquering the adventure course, or tie-dyeing everything in sight, camp is where you try new things, get gloriously messy, and hang out with people who ... Read More → News Congratulations to the 2026 Celebration of Young
- [General Template](http://asapct.org/general-template/) - General Template We are a Connecticut-based, women-led social profit institution recognized for high-quality, portable, immersive learning experiences. Our art-infused programs make learning joyful, meaningful, and intrinsically valuable for students. Schools today are struggling to meet students’ educational and developmental needs. Current educational and funding models are insufficient to address the challenges facing this generation of
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