Meet the Coaches: The Mentors Behind JDS Creative Academy

Diane Strand

Published on: 07/10/2026

Meet the creative mentors behind JDS Creative Academy and discover how real-world experience in acting, filmmaking, writing, design, and production helps students build confidence, skills, and creative career pathways.

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The Power of Community: Why Creative People Need Other Creative People

Diane Strand

Published on: 18/09/2026

Creative community plays an important role in helping artists grow through collaboration, inspiration, mentorship, and support while building confidence, stronger skills, meaningful connections, and creative career pathways.

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The Creativity Crisis: Why Arts Education Matters More in the AI Era

Diane Strand

Published on: 11/09/2026

Discover why arts education matters more than ever in the AI era and how creativity, communication, collaboration, adaptability, and real-world skills can help prepare students for the future.

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Why Supporting Nonprofit Arts Organizations Matters More Than You Think

Diane Strand

Published on: 05/08/2026

Supporting nonprofit arts organizations helps make creative education, scholarships, workforce training, and inclusive opportunities accessible to more people. Discover how community support helps JDS Creative Academy create a lasting impact.

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