Back to School Sparks

A welcoming gathering for teaching artists, arts educators, and classroom teachers to celebrate the beginning of a new school year together.
About this Event

Every school year begins with a spark.
Before classrooms fill and calendars become busy, join fellow educators for an evening dedicated to connection, creativity, and community.
Back to School Sparks is a welcoming gathering for teaching artists, arts educators, and classroom teachers to celebrate the beginning of a new school year together. Whether you're reconnecting with familiar faces, making new connections, or simply taking time to rev up and recharge, this evening is designed to inspire fresh ideas, meaningful conversations, and a renewed sense of purpose.
Enjoy light refreshments, explore optional hands-on artmaking activities, and discover all that Inner-City Arts has to offer through an open campus and optional tours. After a brief welcome, the evening is yours to connect and celebrate alongside a community that believes in the power of the arts to transform learning.
Come spark new ideas, strengthen your creative community, and leave feeling inspired for the year ahead.