Breaking cycles & building brighter futures for youth in foster care and juvenile justice communities through trauma-informed fine arts education.
99% of 2024 students enrolled had little to no access to fine arts education without Juniper.
Juniper Alumni
“Juniper saw me for the talents I have, not the trauma I had.”
Juniper Student
“I now know there is always hope.”
Workshops
Juniper Arts Academy’s workshop program at the Sedgwick County Juvenile Detention Facility provides youth with a creative outlet through visual arts and music, fostering self-expression, emotional growth, and positive peer connections in a supportive environment.
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If you are interested in using your musical and/or artistic skills to make a difference in the lives of young people in juvenile detention, this is a great opportunity! Individuals can learn more and apply HERE.
Music & Art Clubs
Juniper Arts Academy's Art & Music Clubs provide youth in foster care with a supportive space to explore creativity, develop artistic skills, and build confidence through trauma-informed, quality visual arts and music classes. These clubs foster self-expression, social-emotional growth, and a sense of belonging.
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Submit a facility referral form HERE to begin the process.
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Students enrolled in Juniper Music Clubs learn a variety of instruments including, but not limited to, piano, guitar, ukulele, and percussion. All classes are taught by professional music educators.
Summer Camps
Juniper Arts Academy’s Summer Camps provide a supportive community where youth in foster care explore their creativity in a safe and welcoming space. Through visual arts and music education, students build confidence & experience the stability of a caring, creative environment during the summer months.
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Enrollment is opening soon! Contact Lisa Paine at lisa@juniperartsacademy.org to be on the early enrollment email list.
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We are excited to present:
“Express Yourself!” Visual Arts Camp in June 2025 for youth in the Sedgwick County foster care community ages 10-18.
“Emerging Voices” Music Camp in July 2025 for youth in the Sedgwick County foster care community ages 10-18.
Mandy Powell, EmberHope