LEAP NYC

⏰LEAP is excited to announce our Spring Benefit on May 13th at The Edison Rooftop! ⏰ This event will celebrate inspiring student stories and honor our dedicated community members while raising crucial funds for positive youth development and arts education. Click the link to mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting our mission. Stay tuned for more exciting details! #LEAPSpringBenefit #ArtsEducation #CommunitySupport #Fundraising #Inspiration https://conta.cc/41EYPMv

📢 ONE WEEK LEFT to Register for LEAP’s Summer Rising Camp! ☀️🎨 ⏳ Time is running out! There’s only ONE WEEK LEFT to register for LEAP’s FREE Summer Rising Camp, where creativity, fun, and learning come together! 🎭🎶 📅 Camp Dates: July 2 - August 8, 2025 | ⏰ 8 AM - 6 PM 🎨 Programs Include: ✅ Dance, Theater, & Step 💃🎭 ✅ Visual Arts & Murals 🎨 ✅ Coding & Robotics 🤖 ✅ Music & Photography 🎶📸 ✅ Sports & Field Trips ⚽🚍 🌟 Work with talented NYC artists and make this summer unforgettable! 📍 Register now at: www.myschools.nyc 📅 Deadline: March 28, 2025 – Don’t wait! List of schools below: ✔️ MS 45, 2502 Lorilland Pl, Bronx, NY 10458 ✔️ MS 129, 2055 Mapes Ave, Bronx, NY 10460 ✔️ Teller Ave Campus - 1000 Teller Ave, Bronx, NY 10456 ✔️ Science & Tech Academy/ Bronx Early College Academy- 250 E. 164th St, Bronx, NY 10456 ✔️ MS 267 - 800 Gates Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11221 ✔️ Urban Assembly Unison School - 170 Gates Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238 ✔️ MS 936 - 270 59th St, Brooklyn, NY 11220 ✔️ MS 88 - 544 7th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11215 #LEAPNYC #SummerRising #FreeSummerCamp #CreativeYouth #ArtsEducation #STEAMCamp

Mark your calendars because great things are in the works! Plans are underway for our Second Annual Spring Benefit, and we can’t wait to unveil an evening filled with creativity, inspiration, and the magic of the arts. 🎨🎶 📅 Date: May 13, 2025 📍 Location: Edison Ballroom at 240 West 47th Street, New York, NY 10036 Stay tuned—something truly special this way comes along! 👀✨ #LEAPNYC #SpringBenefit #ArtsEducation #CreativeYouthDevelopment #SaveTheDate #SomethingWonderful

Confidence. Growth. Expression. That’s what happens when young people are given the space to explore their creativity. 🎥 In this video, one of our incredible LEAP students shares how our programs have helped her gain confidence in her art—from mastering shading techniques to learning how to bring her ideas to life, with and without paper. Her story is a reminder that every child is an artist—sometimes, they just need the right space to unlock their potential. 🖌️💭 💡 One of our Teaching Artists reflects: "One of my students told me, ‘I don’t like to draw.’ But when I saw his work, it was clear—he had something inside him waiting to come out. Art gives young people a way to express what’s on their minds, their hearts, and their bodies." ✨ Watch, listen, and be inspired. Because every young person deserves a chance to create. 📢 Tag someone who believes in the power of the arts! 🎨💜 #LEAPNYC #CreativeYouthDevelopment #ArtsInEducation #TheLEAPWay #StudentVoices #ConfidenceThroughArt

💜🎨✨On International Women’s Day – Honoring LEAP’s Founders 💃 Today we honor two trailblazing women who laid the foundation for LEAP’s mission: Alice Krieger and Ila Lane Gross. 👩🏫🎭 In 1977, as NYC faced a financial crisis and arts programs were being cut from schools, these two visionary women saw a need for creative education. They believed that art could transform learning and committed themselves to bringing comprehensive, hands-on arts programming to NYC public schools. What started in just four schools has grown into one of NYC’s leading arts education organizations, reaching over 20,000 students annually. Their legacy continues today, empowering young people to explore their creativity, amplify their voices, and reach their full potential. Because of Alice & Ila, thousands of students today have access to the arts. We carry their vision forward every day. 💜💃 #InternationalWomensDay #LEAPNYC #WomenInEducation #ArtsForChange #CreativeYouthDevelopment

🌟 Celebrating International Women’s Day! 🌟 This International Women’s Day, we’re looking back on the powerful "Women in the Arts" event at New Design High School, where LEAP Teaching Artists shared their journeys with students—showing them that their dreams are possible. ✨ Key Takeaways for Students: • Your Journey is Yours – Success isn’t one path, it’s a combination of passion, persistence, and self-belief. • Your Background is Your Strength – Your experiences shape your voice—own it! • Keep Learning & Growing – Find mentors, build your network, and seek opportunities. 💜 When students see real stories of success, they begin to see what’s possible for themselves. To every young girl with a dream—you belong here, and your voice matters! 📢 Tag a woman who inspires you! ⬇️ #LEAPNYC #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInTheArts #CreativeYouthDevelopment #TheLEAPWay #EmpowerTheNextGeneration

“The arts make us more creative, resilient, and engaged.” At LEAP, we see this firsthand every day. Our incredible teaching artists empower young people to grow their social-emotional skills through creative expression. Art exposure doesn’t just spark imagination—it builds problem-solving, confidence, and adaptability. How does art show up in your daily life? Drop a comment below—we’d love to hear your perspective!

Today, we are proud to celebrate the incredible staff who bring LEAP’s mission to life. 🎭🎨 At LEAP, our students are at the heart of everything we do. It’s our dedicated Teaching Artists, Group Leaders, Coordinators, and Administrators who help nurture their creativity, confidence, and growth. Your commitment is evident in every moment—whether it’s a breakthrough in the classroom, a first step toward creative expression, or a young person discovering their voice through the arts. 🎤✨ Thanks to your passion and dedication, our students dream bigger, create boldly, and see themselves reflected in the arts. You are not just educators—you are mentors, role models, and changemakers. Join us in recognizing our team’s amazing contributions by leaving a ❤️ in the comments! #LEAPNYC #EmployeeAppreciation #CreativeYouthDevelopment #ArtsEducation #ThankYouLEAPStaff

⏰LEAP is excited to announce our Spring Benefit on May 13th at The Edison Rooftop! ⏰ This event will celebrate inspiring student stories and honor our dedicated community members while raising crucial funds for positive youth development and arts education. Click the link to mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening dedicated to supporting our mission. Stay tuned for more exciting details! #LEAPSpringBenefit #ArtsEducation #CommunitySupport #Fundraising #Inspiration https://conta.cc/41EYPMv

Imagine a world where creativity knows no bounds and every child discovers their hidden artistic potential. In the LEAP Exploring Creative Futures program, young minds are mentored to see beyond the traditional arts, diving into realms like video game music and commercial beats. As our TA points out in the vide, it's not just about actors; it's about the unsung heroes behind the scenes, crafting the art we consume daily. Students learn to create characters from their environment, mastering skills like shading and drawing, both with and without paper. One student, who claimed he didn't like to draw, revealed a talent that was waiting to be unleashed, proving it takes just one spark for brilliance to shine. In our improv and sketch classes, students learned full body awareness, listening, and responding, expanding the worlds they build with their imagination. This program doesn't just teach art; it instills confidence, diligence, and excellence, catapulting young creators into future careers. If you would like to learn more about our how you can support our Creative Futures and any other LEAP programs please reach out to *[email protected]. #CreativeFutures #ArtisticPotential #ImaginationUnleashed #MentorshipMatters