Course Catalog
Enrollment for Q2 Begins Oct. 4
Virtual Q2 | October 25 – December 10
In-Person | September 13 – May 6
By providing instruction in the visual and performing arts, we empower underserved, school-aged children to succeed in all areas of life.
View COVID-19 policy and program schedules at the bottom of this page.
Grades: 3-5
Art as Coping
Virtual
All students can benefit from a creative outlet to help process daily challenges and emotions. Designed for students who are experiencing symptoms of anxiety or depression, this program will use the visual arts to explore and cope with emotions.
Grades: 4-7
Empowered Women Empower Women
Virtual
This strengths-based program will focus on exploring what it means to be a young woman today. Students will process various themes surrounding what it means to be a strong woman through artmaking, written and visual journaling, and mindfulness, and culminating in a final canvas painting.
Grades: 3-5
Dance FUNdamentals
Virtual
Students will learn basic ballet, modern and jazz skills and strengthen their bodies and brains through guided movement explorations.
Grades: K-2
Creative Dance
Virtual
Students will explore motor skills and strengthen their bodies and brains through guided movement explorations.
Grades: 3-5
Beginning Strings
Prerequisites Required
Virtual
This course is designed for students with little to no knowledge of or experience with violin, viola, cello or double-bass instruments.
Grades: 3-5
Intermediate Strings
Prerequisites Required
Virtual
This course is designed for students with at least one year of experience playing violin, viola, cello or double-bass.
Grades: 5+
Magnet School String Audition Prep
Prerequisites Required
Virtual
This course is designed for students preparing to audition for a string program at LaVilla, Fort Caroline or Douglas Anderson.
Grades: 1-3
Ensemble Acting and Theatre Games
Virtual
Students will learn to act out scenes in a group in this online acting class. During live classes, students will work on guided ensemble scenes where virtual environments will help tell stories and encourage students to work together.
Grades: 5+
Improv and Improve
Virtual
This course is designed for previous CAP students, grades 5 and up, who are interested in continuing their theatre learning.
Grades: 4-8
Make a Scene! Acting and Scenic Art
Virtual
Students will be challenged to think like an actor, writer, director and scenic designer. They will receive a mystery starter backdrop and be asked to elevate it in their own creative style.
Grades: 3-5
Chorus at Jacksonville Heights
In-Person
In this chorus course at Jacksonville Heights Elementary, students will learn to use their vocal instrument to sing correctly and beautifully. In addition to learning proper vocal production and technique, students will also learn to read music, sight-singing and performance skills.
Grades: 6-8
Music Technology at James Weldon Johnson
In-Person
In this course at James Weldon Johnson, students will be introduced to the study of music technology and music fundamentals, including instrument and equipment care and how to read and write music.
Grades: 3-5
Ballet at Northshore
In-Person
In this course at Northshore Elementary School, students will enhance their coordination, balance and flexibility through basic ballet positions, steps, barre work and center floor exercises.
Grades: 3-5
Visual Arts at Don Brewer
In-Person
In this course at Don Brewer Elementary School, students will be introduced to the elements of art and principles of design, which are the building blocks of creating a work of art. At the same time, students are introduced to various media and production skills and are encouraged to think critically and creatively.
Grades: 3-5
Visual Arts at Mayport Elementary
In-Person
In this course at Mayport Coastal Sciences Elementary School, students will be introduced to the elements of art and principles of design, which are the building blocks of creating a work of art. At the same time, students are introduced to various media and production skills and are encouraged to think critically and creatively.
Grades: 3-5
World Drums at Hyde Park
In-Person
In this course at Hyde Park Elementary School, students will explore and play with sound as a means of personal expression, to connect with the musical traditions of other cultures and understand what it means to be part of a musical ensemble.
Grades: 3
Beginning Strings at Enterprise Learning Academy
In-Person
This beginner string course at Enterprise Learning Academy is designed for students with little to no knowledge of or experience with violin, viola, cello or double-bass instruments.
Grades: 3-5
Strings at Central Riverside
In-Person
This course at Central Riverside Elementary School, is designed for students of all experience levels playing violin, viola, cello or double-bass. Students will learn and review basic instrument care and techniques, and be introduced to more advanced techniques, including the bow, and music theory that will broaden their knowledge in music literature.
Grades: 3-5
Chorus at Hogan-Spring Glen
In-Person
In this chorus course at Hogan-Spring Glen Elementary School, students will learn to use their vocal instrument to sing correctly and beautifully. In addition to learning proper vocal production and technique, students will also learn to read music, sight-singing and performance skills.
Grades: 3-5
Chorus at Brookview
In-Person
In this chorus course at Brookview Elementary School, students will learn to use their vocal instrument to sing correctly and beautifully. In addition to learning proper vocal production and technique, students will also learn to read music, sight-singing and performance skills.
Grades: 7-8
Digital Animation at LaVilla
Prerequisites Required
In-Person
In this course at LaVilla School of the Arts, students will be introduced to the 12 principles of animation, learn basic concepts of physics and how they apply to animated motion and body mechanics.
Grades: 3-5
Hip Hop at Ruth N. Upson
In-Person
In this course at Ruth N. Upson Elementary School, students will develop muscle memory and learn rhythm, coordination, musicality and choreography through age-appropriate movement and music.
Grades: 3-5
Theatre at Mandarin Oaks
In-Person
THIS COURSE HAS REACHED CAPACITY | In this course at Mandarin Oaks Elementary School, students will be introduced to the basic concepts of theatre. They will use creative theatre techniques to build confidence and trust, stimulate imagination, movement and role-play.
Grades: 6+
CAP String Orchestra
Prerequisites Required
In-Person
Current and former CAP string students, ages 11-18, will collaborate, perform and further their understanding of classical and contemporary music. Participation may include performance opportunities, as safety allows, for the entire ensemble, as well as smaller chamber ensembles based on skill and dedication.
Grades: 3-5
Theatre at Parkwood Heights
In-Person
In this course at Parkwood Heights Elementary School, students will be introduced to the basic concepts of theatre arts. They will use creative theatre techniques to build confidence and trust, stimulate imagination, movement and role-play.
Grades: 3-5
Musical Theatre at Venetia
In-Person
In this course at Venetia Elementary School, students will be introduced to the basic concepts of theatre arts, musicals and performance, including expression, vocal technique, body language and movement.
Grades: 3-5
Theatre at Beauclerc
In-Person
In this course at Beauclerc Elementary School, students will be introduced to the basic concepts of theatre. They will use creative theatre techniques to build confidence and trust, stimulate imagination, movement and role-play.
Grades: 3-5
Dance FUNdamentals at Crown Point
In-Person
In this course at Crown Point Elementary School, students will learn the basic elements of dance and explore the fundamentals of different styles including ballet, hip hop, jazz and modern dance.
Grades: 3-5
Hip Hop at Chaffee Trail
In-Person
In this course at Chaffee Trail Elementary School, students will develop muscle memory and learn rhythm, coordination, musicality and choreography through age-appropriate movement and music.
2021-2022 Program Information
Virtual Course Schedule
In-Person Course Schedule
COVID-19 Policy
To protect the health and safety of students, teaching artists, schools and the community at large, CAP will require all students, teaching artists and assistants to wear a face covering for the first 30 days of in-person classes (through October 12, 2021).
This policy was developed using information and guidance from the Florida Department of Health, Duval County Public Schools, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American Academy of Pediatrics. CAP’s policies and procedures are reviewed regularly and will be updated as additional information becomes available from federal, state and local agencies.
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Virtual Course Schedule
Quarter 1
| Jul 26-30 | Priority Enrollment for Previous CAP Students |
| Aug 2-22 | Open Enrollment |
| Aug 20-21 | Supply Pick-up* |
| Aug 23 | Classes Begin |
| Sep 6 | Labor Day – No Classes |
| Oct 1 | Classes End |
Quarter 2
| Sep 27 – Oct 1 | Priority Enrollment for Current & Previous CAP Students |
| Oct 4-24 | Open Enrollment |
| Oct 22-23 | Supply Pick-up* |
| Oct 25 | Classes Begin |
| Nov 22-26 | Thanksgiving Break – No Classes |
| Dec 10 | Classes End |
Quarter 3
| Dec 6-10 | Priority Enrollment for Current & Previous CAP Students |
| Dec 13 – Jan 23 | Open Enrollment |
| Jan 21-22 | Supply Pick-up* |
| Jan 24 | Classes Begin |
| Mar 4 | Classes End |
Quarter 4
| Feb 28 – Mar 4 | Priority Enrollment for Current & Previous CAP Students |
| Mar 7 – Apr 7 | Open Enrollment |
| Apr 8-9 | Supply Pick-up* |
| Apr 11 | Classes Begin |
| Apr 15-18 | No Classes |
| May 27 | Classes End |
*CAP will provide Duval County students with supplies. Those who live outside Duval County or cannot make it to the designated supply pick-up days will need to provide their own supplies.
In-Person Course Schedule
| Aug 2 | Open Enrollment Begins |
| Sep 13 | Classes Begin |
| May 6 | Classes End |
In-person courses will follow the Duval County Public Schools schedule for holidays and school closures.
For Assistance or More Information
Contact Kristin Livingston at kristin@capkids.org or Ariani Pena at ariani@capkids.org.