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Full Resource Name:
Las Artes, Arts & Education Center
Address
23 W 27th St
Tucson, AZ 85713-2832
(520) 724-5050
Eligibility:
Youth ages 17-22, who have dropped out of high school, and are motivated to get GED and work
Intake Process:
Call
Description:
Provides self-paced GED classes combined with work experience on community art projects. Includes academic assessment and remedial education to bring youth up to ninth-grade level. During the eight-week vocational arts component, students work in teams under professional artists to design and complete mosaic tile murals. Program includes case management and counseling. Students who attend class 30 hours per week receive a weekly stipend and an incentive payment upon completion of the entire program.
Hours:
Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Program Fees:
None
Languages:
English, Spanish
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
Accepts donations of clothing and school supplies for distribution to program participants.
Volunteer Opportunities:
Volunteers assist as tutors in math and reading.
Address Listings
Mailing
23 W 27th St
Tucson, AZ 85713-2832
Physical (Primary)
23 W 27th St
Tucson, AZ 85713-2832
Contacts
Patricia Gastelum
Phone Numbers
Main
(520) 724-5050
Fax
(520) 724-5051
http://webcms.pima.gov/community
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
January 17, 2023