Why the Arts Matter: Stories From Our JDS Community

Why the Arts Matter: Stories From Our JDS Community

JDS Creative Academy
Published on: 26/02/2026

Explore inspiring stories from the JDS Creative Academy community. Learn how inclusive arts education, Title 17 creative job training, and creative empowerment through performing arts and digital media transform lives and strengthen workforce pathways.

Community Impact
Beyond the Classroom: How JDS Creative Programs Build Confidence, Friendships and Bravery

Beyond the Classroom: How JDS Creative Programs Build Confidence, Friendships and Bravery

JDS Creative Academy
Published on: 10/02/2026

Discover how JDS Creative Academy’s inclusive arts programs build confidence, friendships, emotional growth, and bravery through creativity, performance, and community.

Arts EducationCreative Development
The Science Behind Creativity: How the Arts Shape the Brain

The Science Behind Creativity: How the Arts Shape the Brain

JDS Creative Academy
Published on: 25/12/2025

Creativity is not just fun, it shapes the way we think, learn, and grow. In this post, we explore how engaging in the arts supports brain development, boosts emotional growth, and nurtures lifelong creativity. From hands-on projects to innovative programs, discover how JDS Creative Academy helps students of all ages build critical thinking, confidence, and creative skills that last a lifetime. Join us as we celebrate the power of the arts to inspire growth and imagination in every learner.

Arts EducationBrain Development
Why the Arts Belong in Every School (and Every Workplace)

Why the Arts Belong in Every School (and Every Workplace)

JDS Creative Academy
Published on: 04/08/2025

The arts aren’t a luxury—they’re a necessity. See how arts education builds critical thinkers, confident leaders, and creative communities at school, work, and beyond.

Arts Education