Adaptation, Integration, and the Arts

Adaptation, Integration, and the Arts (AIA) uses arts integration and collaboration to improve student success, educator development, and school engagement. The program partners teaching artists and classroom educators for creative residencies in inclusive classrooms.

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Apply to be an Adaptation, Integration, and the Arts School
Applications. Applications are now closed. Please check back in March of 2027 for next year's opportunity to apply.

Program Guidelines:

Due to the mission of the program and funding, at least one-third (1/3) of participating students must have a documented disability, such as an IEP.

Schools and Agencies in the state of Ohio serving students with disabilities are eligible to apply. Non-public, non-chartered schools are ineligible.

Learn more about the program and application process by clicking here.

Have questions? Contact us at info@ArtPossibleOhio.org

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Teaching Artist applications are on a rolling deadline.

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Meet our Current Teaching Artists! 

Get to know or contact one of our Teaching Artists for the 25-26 School Year. 

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Review AIA Evaluations

At Art Possible Ohio we root our work in experience and research. We know from rigorous evaluation that inclusivity, accessibility, and the arts have a tremendous positive impact on our community. 

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AIA Residencies are...

  • Creative

    Students and educators think critically and creatively using a variety of art forms to engage with academic material in unique, unexpected and impactful ways.

  • Student Focused

    Student needs at the core of the residency and adaptations are made throughout in order to reach learners of all abilities. In addition, students are equal partners in the learning experience and their interests and voices guide creative exploration.

  • Inclusive

    Classrooms must include students with and without disabilities, where they are equal learners and peers support academic and social advancement.

  • Rooted in Authentic Learning

    Students will increase arts, academic, and social-emotional knowledge and skills.

  • Enhanced by Collaborative Teaching

    Classroom educators will gain confidence meeting the diverse needs of students  and utilizing arts integration strategies.

  • Academic Content Standards-based

    All residency plans use Universal Design for Learning strategies to address Ohio and/or national academic content standards.

  • Flexible

    Every school and classroom has different needs. Schools and artists schedule the residency when it works for them.

  • Sustainable

    Generous support from funders like the Ohio Department of Education allow Art Possible Ohio to provide Adaptation, Integration, and the Arts free of charge.