Good Morning Educators,

Thank you to everyone who shared their thoughts in last quarter’s poll - your voices were heard! We’re excited to announce the results: our newsletter now has a new name and refreshed design. Welcome to Arts Integration Insights, a resource created with your input and designed to celebrate and support the incredible creativity happening in classrooms across Western New York.

We look forward to continuing to share stories, inspiration, and resources that connect the arts and learning in meaningful ways. Your dedication to your students’ growth makes all the difference, and we are grateful to be on this journey with you.

Allison Rabent

Director of Programs

IN-SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS

Arts for Learning WNY: A Prequalified Partner with Buffalo Public Schools

Did you know that Arts for Learning WNY is a prequalified partner with Buffalo Public Schools? We’re honored to continue our long-standing collaboration with the district, reaching thousands of students each year through arts-integrated workshops and residencies that inspire creativity, connection, and growth.

Our Teaching Artists and program staff work hand-in-hand with educators to design experiences that align with school goals and enrich classroom learning, supporting key areas like Family and Community Engagement, Positive Youth Development, and Social Emotional Learning.

Learn more about how we’re partnering with Buffalo Public Schools to make learning more meaningful through the arts.

PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT

Bringing Stories to Life Through Bookbinding

Looking for a creative way to connect art and literacy? In our Bookbinding workshop, Teaching Artist Laura Chenault guides students through the art of designing and constructing their own handmade books - where storytelling and design meet.

Tailored for all grade levels, this hands-on experience strengthens creativity, literacy, and fine motor skills while inspiring students to think like artists and authors.

Discover how this hands-on workshop can inspire students to think like artists and storytellers.

GRANT-FUNDED PROGRAMS

Arts Integration in Wyoming County Schools

Thanks to the generous support of the Conable Family Foundation, The Wyoming Foundation, and other donors, Arts for Learning brings high-quality arts programming directly into Wyoming County classrooms - completely free. Our multi-year residencies and professional development help teachers embed the arts into daily instruction, making creativity a lasting part of school culture.

Teachers see students build confidence, explore new artistic techniques, and make meaningful connections to their learning.

Find out how your school can benefit from these grant-funded programs.

ARTS INTEGRATION IN ACTION

National Partnerships Bring Arts Integration to Life at Perry Central School District

Arts for Learning WNY has been a proud affiliate of the National Young Audiences Arts for Learning Network for over 60 years, connecting educators and students across Western New York to best-in-class arts-integrated practices. This year, we partnered with ArtsNOW, an Atlanta-based affiliate, to provide transformative professional learning for Perry Central School District teachers in grades 7-12.

Educators explored drama and theatre strategies that strengthen academic connections, support social-emotional learning, and enhance student engagement. Through demonstration days and co-taught lessons, teachers brought creative, standards-aligned experiences to subjects ranging from Earth Science to ELA and Geometry - deepening literacy, creativity, and confidence in the classroom.

This work is part of Perry Central’s fourth year in our Whole School Partnership Program, made possible by generous support from Fund for the Arts and the Foundation for Perry’s Educational Future. es to life.

Learn how your school can bring arts-integrated professional learning and student experiences to life!

WHAT EDUCATORS ARE SAYING

"The Arts for Learning partnership has been something that I enjoyed immensely. It has allowed our students and teachers an opportunity to learn directly from professional artists about their craft and we have benefited tremendously from this opportunity. My students were so excited to learn from the Teaching Artists each week, and my educators learned new strategies they could implement into their own curriculum.

Their commitment to the arts and particularly providing exposure to the arts to students and teachers is unwavering. They have been organized, diligent, and easy to work with. This partnership allowed us to look at our curriculum in a whole new light.”

- Rebecca Belkota, Secondary Principal, Perry Junior Senio High School

BRING A PROGRAM TO YOUR CLASSROOM

Interested in bringing arts-integrated programming into the classroom? Contact us today and we'll help you identify the type of program that meets your school’s curricular and budgetary needs!

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SUPPORT ARTS FOR LEARNING WNY

Every child deserves the chance to grow through the arts. Your support keeps our programs free or low-cost for schools, ensuring all students have access to arts-integrated programming. Please consider giving today.

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Our mission is to inspire, expand learning, and strengthen our community through engagement with the arts.