Programs in Schools

Rising Youth Theatre Works with Schools to Create Arts Programs that Help Students Thrive

All of Rising Youth Theatre’s work is built in community partnerships. These are not surface level interactions - we do not see ourselves as “serving” our community, but as working in active relationships with the people, schools, and organizations around us. When we work with your school or org, we are honored to get to share space and work together towards a shared goal. Whether you are a school, a youth-serving organization, or a corporate entity looking to build community, we can create a program for you! This page has information about our programming for schools - if you are looking for programs for other types of organizations please see our Rising Youth in Communities page here.

Rising Youth Theatre’s programs in schools use our unique creative process to engage young people in their academic work and school community. Programs can be after school or during the school day, and are customized to the needs of each school group.

We’re a community based organization so we create things in partnership with the people and organizations we work with! Shared here is a menu of examples of things we’ve done in the past - however we will always work with our partner to create something that speaks directly to your community and the people in it.

How do I get started with a program for my school?

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HIGH SCHOOL

Our Programs

At the high school level (typically grades 9-12), Rising Youth Theatre uses our playmaking process to engage teens in topics they care about. Our model for youth and adult collaboration creates a space where young people feel both supported and challenged.

Possible Content

Previous offerings have included:

Original Plays: Students create and perform an original play based on topics that are important to them and their community
Academic Growth: Students use theatre to enhance their experience with academic content, such as activating The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
Multimedia: Students develop digital content, such as podcasts or short films, or written content such as zines or literary magazines
Creative Interventions is a unique professional development program for high school students and educators
Keysmash is a play and workshop series about mental health that we can bring to high schools and colleges throughout Arizona.

These programs can take place after school or during the school day. Your teaching artist will work directly with admin, teachers & students to build a schedule and program that works for your school community.

Current and Previous High School Partners

Genesis Academy

Glenview College Preparatory High School

Herberger Young Scholars Academy

Phoenix College Preparatory

Shadow Mountain High School

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Our Programs

For students in middle school (typically grades 6-8), Rising Youth Theatre offers programming both during the school day and after school that can connect to curriculum, build literacy skills, and engage students in creating original plays. Additionally, we offer the “Scene Change” program, which uses storytelling and theatre to build tools for high school success.

Possible Content

Previous offerings have included:

Original Plays Students create and perform an original play based on topics that are important to them and their community
Academic Growth: Students use theatre to enhance their experience with academic content, such as activating The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros
Multimedia: Students develop digital content, such as podcasts or short films, or written content such as zines or literary magazines
Scene Change: a unique program that uses theatre and mentorship to support middle school students in building the skills they need to thrive in high school and beyond, focusing on strong relationships, social emotional learning, and a sense of self.

Current and Previous Middle School Partners

Emerson Elementary

MC Cash Elementary

Connelly Middle School

Vista College Preparatory

Herberger Young Scholars Academy

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Our Programs

At the elementary school level (typically Pre-K-5), Rising Youth Theatre offers creative drama based programming that connects to curriculum, particularly strengthening a connection with reading and literature, and builds strong social and community connections.

Possible Content

Previous offerings have included:

Story Sharing: Students share their own personal stories and experiences and use them to develop a performance piece that can be shared with peers
Academic Growth: Students use theatre to enhance their experience with academic content, such as activating picture books or learning about history
Writing: Students practice writing fluency and reading strength by creating their own stories, using multi media strategies

Current and Previous Elementary School Partners

Brunson Lee Elementary

Create Academy

Emerson Elementary

Silvestre Herrera Elementary

MC Cash Elementary

Vista College Preparatory

Programs in Schools

Rising Youth Theatre Works with Schools to Create Arts Programs that Help Students Thrive

How do I get started with a program for my school?

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HIGH SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

MIDDLE SCHOOL

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

ELEMENTARY / PREK

ELEMENTARY / PREK

HIGH SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous High School Partners

SAMPLE HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous Middle School Partners

SAMPLE MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous Elementary School Partners

SAMPLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Programs in Schools

Rising Youth Theatre Works with Schools to Create Arts Programs that Help Students Thrive

How do I get started with a program for my school?

ARE YOU CONNECTED WITH A

HIGH SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

MIDDLE SCHOOL

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

MIDDLE SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY / PREK

ELEMENTARY / PREK

ELEMENTARY / PREK

HIGH SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous High School Partners

SAMPLE HIGH SCHOOL CURRICULUM

MIDDLE SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous Middle School Partners

SAMPLE MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Our Programs

Possible Content

Current and Previous Elementary School Partners

SAMPLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CURRICULUM

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