Release Form
The Summer Arts Studios student release form should be completed online at the time of registration. Those registering online will be prompted to fill out the form after completing the student registration. NOTE: All forms must be completed prior to the start of the first class. If you have any questions, please call the Young Artist Programs Director at 210.200.8213.
You can submit the form online or download the Release Form.
Age Range
The Summer Art Studios classes are broken into the following age brackets—Kids Studio: 5 & 6, 7–9, 10–13 and 12–14, and Teens Studio: 14–18. The curriculum for each class has been developed to fit the skill level of the student in that specific age range. As such, class selections should be based on each student’s age, rather than on his/her artistic ability. Please register your child according to his/her age (no exceptions to this policy are allowed).
Special Needs
If you would like to register a child or teen with special learning or medical needs, you must first contact the Young Artist Programs Director prior to completing the registration process. The Young Artist Programs Director can be reached at 210.200.8213 and will be happy to discuss any special accommodations or arrangements that can be provided.
Costs
The basic tuition for a half-day class is $175 per week (Friends of SSA $160). Note: Special tuition rates apply for 2-week classes, and classes that include special material fees. Tuition for each of these classes is listed separately, as part of the class description.
Early Drop-Off | 8:00AM - 8:30AM
Participation in Early Drop Off is an option for all students who will be attending Summer Art Studios. Early Drop Off provides structured supervision from 8:00 – 8:30am, when regular check-in begins. The cost for Extended Care is $15 per week.
Extended Care | 8:30AM - 5:30PM
Participation in Extended Care is required for all students who will be attending both a morning class and an afternoon class, on the same day. Extended Care provides structured supervision including: a lunch break, an afternoon activity, and a snack break from 4:00 – 5:30pm. The cost for Extended Care is $30 per week.
Supervised Lunch (Extended Care Only)
Extended Care only) A supervised lunch break is provided from 12:00 – 1:00pm, as part of Extended Care Service. Students participating in Extended Care may bring their own bag lunch, drinks, and snacks to eat during the supervised lunch hour. Prepared bag lunches may also be prepurchased as part of Extended Care and are provided by the SSA Café, at a cost of $8 per day.
Class Attire
Classes take place both indoors and outdoors on the SSA campus. Students should wear clothing that is appropriate for making art (which is often messy) during summer days in San Antonio (which are always hot!).
Studio Notes
The Summer Art Studios program is structured and organized to provide a fun and safe learning environment for all students. Class instructors and studio assistants will be on-hand to supervise students during all activities.
Location
Summer Art Studios classes are held on the historic, park-like grounds of Southwest School of Art (SSA), located at the intersection of Augusta and Navarro (across from the Central Library). At times, individual classes may include an off-site field trip as part of the learning experience. In those instances, it will be required that personal transportation is provided for each student. Please check class descriptions for details.Please check class descriptions for details.
Parking
All SSA faculty and staff will be parking off-site in order to maximize space for you and our other patrons. We encourage you to arrive early to find a parking space prior to checking your student(s) in or out. Friday will be particularly hectic mid-day because of Friday Finale, and we strongly suggest that you arrive early and/or find off-site parking. If the Ursuline parking lot is full, you may also park at the Central Public Library Parking Garage or in one of the paid parking lots along our perimeter. Unless you are a member, please refrain from parking in the lot belonging to Club Giraud.
Friday Finale
Parents, relatives, and friends are invited to join us for Friday Finale every Friday from 12:00 – 1:00pm! Please see website for details; swschool.org.
Volunteers
If you are interested in volunteering for Summer Art Studios, please fill out this form, and/or attend Volunteer Orientation which will take place on May 16th from 10 am - noon. For questions about volunteer opportunities, please contact Director of Young Artist Programs, Patricia Morales at 210.200.8213 or pmorales@swschool.org.