IYABO – taken from the Yoruba language spoken in Nigeria, the word Iyabo  means “the parent has returned.” It is an arts-based program targeting adolescent parents, single parents, and their children. This structured arts program is fused with parenting education. The goal is to use the arts to teach child development, assist in the transmission of values, instill cultural traditions and to increase access to arts education for both children and their parents.

Iyabo offers professional intervention for individuals, families and groups in need of therapeutic support. Resolution of conflicts, child/parent problems, coping with adolescence, self esteem and anger management are a few of the issues that can be explored. Sessions are handled in a confidential, respectful and sensitive manner.

Iyabo provides parents and families with workshops, seminars, and information to keep parents abreast of trends and issues impacting the homefront.

ARTSUMMER Camp – is a summer enrichment program for children ages 6-12. The camp is conducted for seven (7) weeks, offering a safe learning environment for children and working parents. ArtSummer demonstrates the relationship of the arts to childhood development and general learning.

Early Childhood Education Arts Academy - CCAC’s full day pre-school program embraces the philosophy that all children can learn and reach their highest potential when nurtured by involved parents, and taught by teachers who believe they can excel. ECEAA uses Head Start guidelines as its base requirements, with the added enhancement of the arts integrated into the curriculum. The Arts Academy enrolls four year olds who are income eligible and ready for Kindergarten in the following school year. The Academy is a state funded ECAP program