Student Opportunities
Student Centered Programs through which the Alliance engages Missouri Students.
Training the next generation
of arts advocates
Show-Me Arts
Annual Celebration of Arts Education at the
Missouri State Capitol
Fine Arts Education Day
Showcase student artwork selected by Missouri Senators and displayed at the Missouri Capitol.
Deadline for submission is November 1st.
Missouri high school arts student is awarded the opportunity to promote arts education across the State of Missouri.
Deadline for submission is January 31st.
Nominate teachers, administrators or districts as Arts Education and Advocacy Champions
Learn more about the awards here.
Students Gr 3-12
Tell your story of how the arts positively impact
your school experience.
MAAE Student Essay Contest
Connecting students from rural and urban communities as they explore fine arts, literary arts, food and culture through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Learn more
Missouri Academies
for Gifted and Talented Students
Both academies are free, with no student fees in 2025!
Missouri Fine Arts Academyt
Nominations/Applications due soon! Learn more https://www.missouristate.edu/MFAA/default.htm
Missouri Scholars Academyt
Nominations/Applications are due soon! - Learn more https://moscholars.missouri.edu/
Poetry Out Loud
recitation and resources for your school
recitation and resources for your school
Key dates 2024:
January 21 School competitions completed
February 25 Regional competitions completed
February 26 Regional champion report due
March 6 & 7 State championship [Jefferson City]
March 21 State champion information due
April 30-May 2 National contest [Washington DC
Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life.
For more information:
Jenni Ryan - Missouri Arts Council Arts Education Program Specialist
Jenni.Ryan@ltgov.mo.gov
MAAE Awards
recognizing excellence in arts education and advocacy
MAAE Awards
recognizing excellence in arts education and advocacy
Is there a teacher you know who is espcially creative and innovative?
Are the Principals, Coordinators or Superintendents to support the arts?
Is your school or district distinctive in its offerings for arts education?
Are there people in your community or who work in a who are great advocates for the arts and arts ed?
Nominate them today! Nomination Form
Nominations/Applications are due by January 31.
The MAAE greatly appreciates the financial support provided by the Francis Family Foundation and the MAAE member organizations for
Fine Arts Education Day.
