Frequently Asked Questions

What KidzArt Students do during each Session?

• Have fun while creating cool art to display
• Explore a broad range of art techniques and mediums
• Learn making a mistake is okay because there is more than one solution
• Choose variations for each project - not a "copy exactly" approach
• Learn techniques for focusing, relaxing, and reducing stress
• Gain drawing skills & self-confidence
• Think creatively in a non-competitive environment
• Have access to Artist Quality Art Media
• Experience unique curriculum during every class as KidzArt never Repeats
• Enhance knowledge of various subjects and topics

When and Where KidzArt classes are held?

KidzArt classes are available through Local Frederick Schools, County and City Parks and Recreation Facilities, Private Schools, Churches. KidzArt is offered as a complementary and extracurricular enrichment program and can be offered as well as a core art program for private and charter schools during the school day. KidzArt also offers exciting programs for: Home School Groups, Birthday Parties, Adult Parties – “Girlz Night Out”, Fundraisers and Camps, and SeniorArt. Email info@kidzartfrederick.com for more information!

Children can attend our KidzArt Classes directly after school!

Who provides class instruction?

All KidzArt instructors have had a background check through a multi-state database search and are fully certified by KidzArt. KidzArt Certified Instructors go through comprehensive training on the KidzArt method. Many have classroom experience, are elementary teachers or are artists themselves. The KidzArt program is a national program and its methods have been proven for over 15 years!

After KidzArt class, do I need to pick up my child from the KidzArt classroom?

To ensure the safety of every child, all children are picked up from the assigned KidzArt classroom, unless you inform us on your registration form of other arrangements - for example "return to after school care", "walk home", or "meet in front of the school". Please make any special requests in writing or inform us on your registration form. Every child's safety is our #1 concern. Please discuss any questions or drop off and pick up delays with your KidzArt Instructor or email info@kidzartfrederick.com.

Does my child need to bring anything?

No, KidzArt provides all artist-quality supplies.

Are KidzArt classes or sessions different?

Yes, KidzArt is unique because our curriculum never repeats. Every 6 Week Session has a different theme and includes various media.

Where can I get more information?

Please call or email our KidzArt Frederick office at 240-285-3114 or email info@kidzartfrderick.com

Still not convinced of the value of Art education?

Consider these Facts:

Not only are KidzArt classes fun and challenging but students involved in the arts are 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement. "Young artists, as compared with their peers, are more likely to: Attend music, art, and dance classes nearly three times as frequently. Participate in youth groups nearly four times as frequently. Read for pleasure nearly twice as often. Perform community service more than four times as often."

What types of media are introduced throughout the year?

KidzArt features artist quality media such as Prismacolor Markers, ArtStix, Acrylic Paints, Watercolor Pencils and Paints, Oil and Chalk Pastels and Charcoal. KidzArt also introduces a wide variety projects uch as Sand Art, Scratch Art, Sculpture Mediums, Clay, Fabric Painting, Print Making, Copper Tooling, Collage, Weaving, Marbleizing, Mask Making, Solar Printing, Book Making and Trading Cards and much more.

How does KidzArt inspire creativity and self confidence?

The KidzArt Method(TM) is an inspiring format and structure that sets the stage for creative exploration and problem solving. Classes not only teach the elements of art and design, but also exercises group and individual creative thinking. Both problem solving and creativity builds self confidence in every child as they grow and develop artistically.

Does KidzArt offer Home-School classes?

Yes! KidzArt offers Home-School classes through W. Talley Parks & Rec. KidzArt can bring classes to Home-School Co-Ops. Please call or email us at 240-285-3114 and info@kidzartfrederick.com to discuss what your needs are.

- Living the Arts through Language + Learning: A Report on Community-based Youth Organizations, Shirley Brice Heath, Stanford University and Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching, Americans for the Arts Monograph, November 1998

"The facts are that art education: makes a tremendous impact on childhood development."

Where can I find information about class schedule changes due to cancelations because of weather, holiday, or school closings?

Frederick KidzArt has a cancelation line available to confirm schedule changes – call 206-202-6361. Also, Frederick KidzArt has Facebook and Twitter to find this information as well.