PROGRAM TEAM RESOURCE HUB

Mini intro, how to use this page

2026 Program dates ✍️

  • Winter: February 2–March 27, registration open January 6–19

    Access Art opens Feb 26-March 9 (events run late March–April)

  • Spring: May 4–June 26, registration open March 27–April 12

    Access Art opens mid May (events run June–July)

  • Summer: July 20–September 11, registration opens mid June  

    Access Art opens early August (events run late Aug–Sept)

  • Fall: October 12–December 4, registration opens mid September 

    Access Art opens early November (events run late Nov–Dec)


YEARLY PLANNING

⭐️ 2026 Program Planning + Details ⭐️ 💰 2026 Program Budget 💰

Program ASANA

QUARTER LINKS

Ambassador list


TEACHING TOOLS 🧰

Path with Art Resources

Kindness Policy  

Best Practices for Online Teaching
Tips and strategies for facilitating engaging, accessible virtual classes.

ASL Online Interpretation Best Practices
Guidelines for working effectively with ASL interpreters in virtual classes.


COMMUNITY LIFE 🌱

Interested in more opportunities to get engaged at Path with Art?

Signup Genius Ongoing Volunteer Opportunities
Optional ways for Teaching Artists to engage more deeply in the PwA community, including Access Art, workshops, and special events.

Arts and Ideas Reading Club
A monthly virtual and in-person space where staff and volunteers gather to explore art, ideas, and conversation.

Garden Club
A volunteer-led project where art and gardening come together to cultivate a shared creative space.

Open Studio Signup
Sign up to facilitate or join in-person Open Studio; for virtual Open Studio, jam sessions, or open mic, email volunteer@pathwithart.org

PARTNERSHIPS 📅


PROGRAM TEAM RESOURCES

FAQ Program email Template

Program Brag Sheet

Salesforce How-to

Internal Recordings
Winter Quarter 2026 CM/TA Orientation password: a?RWk0WB | Slides
An overview of Path with Art expectations and best practices for Creative Mentors and Teaching Artists.

Healing Together at Path with Art — Lindsey's Story
Lindsey shares how creativity, community, and belonging at Path with Art supported her healing journey.

Participant Artist, Michelle’s story | Interview & Poem
Michelle shares her journey through art, healing, and self-expression at Path with Art.

External Recommended Media
What is trauma? | Bessel van der Kolk 
How trauma lives in the body and shapes how we experience the world.

Understanding Intergenerational Trauma
How trauma can pass across generations and affect families and communities.

For Calling the Spirit Back From Wandering the Earth in its Human Feet | Joy Harjo
A powerful poem inviting us to return to ourselves, our bodies, and the present moment.

Giving Artists With Disabilities a Space to Thrive
A short look at Creative Growth in Oakland, CA and how creative spaces can empower artists with disabilities and build inclusive communities.

Ballard Food Bank - a Hub for Hope
A look at how the Ballard Food Bank supports dignity, nourishment, and community connection.


Feedback 🗣️

Teaching Artists help shape this program! If you have ideas, suggestions, or resources that could support others, we’d love to hear from you. Email Emily general feedback at: emily@pathwithart.org or submit an end-of-class reflection online here.


Participants at 2025 Certificate Award Ceremony

Participants having a ball at the Art for All Ball, 2024