How a Large Youth-Serving Organization Mounted High-Quality Afterschool Arts Programs

See how the Boys & Girls Clubs of America designed and managed afterschool arts programs that reflected best practices in the field. Key takeaways include:

• A large youth organization can run a high-quality arts program, but it will likely require changes in the culture and operations
• Professional teaching artists are crucial for high-quality youth arts programs 
• Having a dedicated space for art and using near-professional equipment are other key components of a successful program
• A strong central office or governing body is necessary to ensure programs are run effectively and according to the ten principles for success