Spring 2011

Volume 2, Issue 3

I had a different “message” written for our newsletter.

When I received this request, I remembered how small and

insignificant my problems are compared to the heartbreak

and devastation occurring in Joplin.

The whole world knows about the horrific loss of life and

property destruction caused by the May 22, 2011, tornado

in Joplin, Missouri. ArtsTech has been asked to help our

neighbors by replacing computers for people who lost

everything they

owned in the recent

storm. The Independ-

ent Living Center

(ILC) in Joplin has a

need for 200+ com-

puters, software,

printers, and accesso-

ries. ArtsTech has

accepted this chal-

lenge and will coordi-

nate relief efforts.

We need your help. We cannot do this alone. Stephanie

Brady, ILC Director of Programs, stated, “ ILC knows of 30

clients who lost their homes, 62 others who lost nearly

everything, and two people who did not survive the storm.

The community lost thousands of homes and far too many

people. We know in the coming weeks, all of these num-

bers will increase and we will find more people who lost

everything. For people with disabilities, often a computer is

their primary link to family and friends.” In the coming

weeks you will be asked to donate your time, computers,

and/or money to make this request happen for the people

affected by the tornado. I am working with IT specialists to

effectively organize this effort.

Please let me know how you can help.

~ Dave Sullivan

A Message From Our Executive Director

ArtsTech Board of Directors

Tracey S.C. Lewis, President Roxanna Swaney, Vice-President

Thalia Cherry, Secretary Greg Brown, Treasurer

Michael Atchison, Member Carl DiCapo, Member

Robert P. Dunn, Member Jim Pyle, Member

Jill Harmon, Member

MyARTS is seeking Jackson County Missouri High School students (15-19 years old) for our entrepreneurial program after school. We are in the Crossroads Art District and have 5 studios available: Graphic Design, Ceramics, Screen Print-ing, Photography & Visual Arts. Our program begins with a 72-hour apprenticeship that can lead to a part-time paid position. For more info. or to set up an interview, visit www.myartskc.org

The Sentenced to the Arts Project (STTAP) May 12th Culminating Event was

a huge success! The artwork was impressive

and the performances highlighted a lot of

hard work and talent. We had singers, rap-

pers, and a choir that represented young

artists from Jackson House, Hilltop, Art-

sTech, Areas I,II, & III coached by Legacy

and SoulReal Productions. A creative video,

aptly named “Imagination Has No Bounda-

ries,” authored by Hilltop artists and

coached by Hybrid Theatre and Art by the

Yard kept the audience’s attention. Bird

Fleming, Traditional Music Society, and Fe-

lipe Pinto, Brazilian

Academy, demonstrated the skills being taught at

McCune. You had better be in shape to perform

Capoeira! Our final performance was Dance Aerobics

by the Area III dancers coached by the Calvary Commu-

nity Outreach Network. Volunteers were asked to join,

and it was a fitting energy-raising finale.

Attendees numbered 225+ that reviewed paintings,

poetry, masks, plus a special visual display discussing

teenage pregnancy

prevention. Special guest Jean Peters-

Baker, our new Jackson County Prose-

cutor, spoke to the crowd and let the

young people know that despite poor

choices in the past, their next choice

was going to be a good one. A nice

message of hope and positive expecta-

tions. Other special guests were Jeff

Eisenbeis, Angela Castle Gravino, Dr.

Greg Brown - ArtsTech Board Member, and numerous parents, family mem-

bers and friends. Our young artists were also audience members and they

cheered on their fellow performers and peers with respect and resounding

applause.

The Gallery @ ArtsTech

Event Rental Space

7,000 sq ft

Rental Fee - $650 3 hours or less (no set up) - $350

Plus Security Deposit - $100

(Deposit refundable after event)

Art Events Fashion Show Fundraisers Luncheons Meetings

Parties Performances

Receptions Weddings

For more information, please contact us at 816-461-0201

Commission A Project

The MyARTS Studios offered a wide array of useful services: business

branding including logo and promotional material creation, large and small

mural design and installation, mosaic title design and installation for floor-

ing, countertops, and walls, commissioned paintings, customized t-shirt jobs

photography services and commissioned pottery.

MyARTS has the experience and capabilities to bring your ideas to life!

For more information, call 816-461-0201, ext. 313 or

Angela Gravino at 816-881-1313

Congratulations to our office intern Che’Leen Sloan from Cristo Rey High School. Che’Leen gradu-ates on June 3 and plans to attend the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Nursing.

Congratulations to our administrative assistant, Kayte Carter, who was married on Satur-day, May 28, 2011, to Jonathan Williams.

The couple plan to honeymoon in Hermann Hill Village.

Congratulations to MyArts Ceramics Mentor Elaina Michalski and her hus-

band Mike on the birth of their daughter Grace Christelle

on April 22nd.

Grace was born at 5:13 p.m. weighing 8 pounds, 2 ounces,

and 20 inches long. We can’t wait to meet her!

FLASH 20/12 N Your Super Grill, closed out the 20110-2011 school year with

presentations at Hartman and Melcher Elementary

Schools in the Kansas City, Missouri School District.

FLASH was presented with an award from a

Melcher 5th grader who was very proud he came

to visit their school.

ArtsTech, Family Court, and Seton Academy

Team-up for Troubled Youth

ArtsTech offered a full day10-week school for high

school age Jackson County Family Court (JCFC) youth

residing in the Kansas City Missouri School District in

need of an education for the remainder of the 2010-11

school year. The classroom served 15 students on a

daily basis. Students earned official credit through Seton

Academy based on their academic performance and

attendance. The curriculum focus for this three-month

period was reading, social studies, fine arts, and technol-

ogy.

Intended Outcomes:

Assess learning styles and appropriate instruction

Job-readiness and life skill development

Diagnose and repair computers for personal use

and distribution to persons with disabilities

Re-learn school regimen and expectations for

future school success

ArtsTech had 14 students complete the program and

earn high school credits. Each student brought unique

talents that were expanded and challenges that were

addressed. This collaborative initiative could not be

done without the total support of Jackson County Fami-

ly Court and Seton Academy

ArtsTech would like to thank our partners…

Arts KC

Bank Midwest BlueScope Manufacturing Company Foundation

Capitol Electric City of Kansas City Missouri

Cristo Rey Kansas City Don Bosco

DST Systems Emporia State University

JE Dunn Construction Ferrellgas

Francis Family Foundation Full Employment Council

HealthCare Foundation of Greater Kansas City H&R Block Foundation

Jackson County COMBAT Jackson Count Prosecutors Office

Jackson County Family Court Kansas Department of Education

Kansas City Kansas Community College

Kansas City Missouri School District Kansas City Power and Light Fund

KC Fringe Leatherwood Enterprises

Local Initiatives Support Corporation Mader Foundation

Missouri Assistive Technology Missouri Department of Economic Development

Missouri Department of Public Safety Missouri Department of Vocational Rehabilitation

Missouri Student Success Network Muriel McBrien Kauffman Foundation

National Cristina Foundation R.A. Long Foundation

ReStart, Inc. Samuel U. Rodgers Health Center

Seton Center Staples Foundation

Unico KC UMB Bank

William T. Kemper Foundation

The KC Fringe Festival — now in its

seventh year — is jam-packed with

live theater, dance, performance art,

visual art, spoken word, puppetry,

storytelling, film and fashion. The

2011 festival, July 21 -31, like its

predecessors, is a celebration of lo-

cal, regional and national artists,

presenting events at venues through-

out Kansas City.

KC CHALKANDWALK FESTIVAL 2011

FREE ADMISSION!

June 18, 11am-8pm Crown Center Square

June 19, 11am-6pm 2450 Grand Blvd.

Kansas City, MO

1522 Holmes St.

Kansas City, MO 64108-1536

Phone: 816-461-0201

Fax: 816-461-0210

E-mail: artstech@artstech-kc.org

Website: www.artstech-kc.org

Tech Services

ArtsTech offers our customers computer repair and troubleshooting services

for non-warranty PC's. Onsite and in-house repair service are available.

Computer Networking Services

Configure and Maintain Existing Wired/Wireless Networks

Maintain/Upgrade Existing Network Servers

Install Wired/Wireless Networks

Maintain/Upgrade Existing Network Servers

Install New Servers Computer

Maintenance/Service Agreements

Computer Sales - New and Refurbished

Exceptional Service at a Non-Profit Price

For more information, call 816-461-0201, ext. 305.

We accept

Donate computers and

laptops here.

ArtsTech is currently

accepting:

PIV 1.4GHz or higher

computers

PIII or higher laptops

17" working monitors

Newsletter Staff

Kayte Carter

Paula Davis

Dave Sullivan

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ArtsTech has

Office Space Available!

For more information, contact

Joyce Murray, at 816-512-1004

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