Student Story –  Carolina

Student Story – Carolina

In the summer of 1994, Carolina participated in two of the first Hilltop Artists classes. She had been recommended to the Hilltop Artists program by her art teacher, who knew that Carolina was having a rough time at home and would…

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Student Story – Courtney

Student Story – Courtney

Courtney is a member of Team Production, and has always struggled with anxiety when meeting new people. Once she began working with the glass blowing team, it was easy to see that she is creative, inquisitive, and determined. When Courtney’s…

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Student Story – Destiny

Student Story – Destiny

After becoming involved in the juvenile court system, Destiny was referred to Hilltop Artists' Arts Connect program by the Court's Diversion Board. At first she was reluctant to go to the mandated weekly classes, but eventually she came to love…

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Student Story – Sam

Student Story – Sam

Sam first came to Hilltop Artists six years ago and he was struggling with school. His special education curriculum still frustrated him and he would act out in class. But Sam began to thrive when he started doing his schoolwork…

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Student Story – Christina

Student Story – Christina

Despite her unstable living situation, Christina has been involved in the Daytime, After-School, Team Production, and Summer programs since she was 12. No matter what was happening at home, Christina knew Hilltop Artists was a place she could go to feel…

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