NAHS members are seen as leaders in their field and often receive priority treatment when applying to college. Membership in the NAHS gives you access to college scholarships from the NAEA (National Art Education Association) that are not available to other students.
To be considered to be a member, you must fill out the application as well as submit a WEIGHTED high school transcript to The Art Effect, both by September 30, 2023. Your weighted transcript must demonstrate a cumulative average of 87 or higher to be considered. Transcripts can be submitted as attachments and emailed to hannarose@thearteffect.org
This year, NAHS will be holding meetings on the first Thursday of every month, starting October 5 and ending June 6. If you are chosen as an officer, you will also attend an additional meeting a month on the second Thursday of each month. Our first officers meeting will take place on October 12.
NAHS students will organize, plan, and host various art projects to benefit the surrounding communities, including public art murals and events like Hudson Valley Portfolio Day. These activities promote art to the community, and look great on an individual’s college application resume!
If selected, you will be expected to be actively involved in The Art Effect’s programming, pay the one time annual dues of $25, and to maintain a GPA of 87 or higher in your enrolled school.
We look forward to receiving your submitted transcript and virtual application form by September 30, 2023.
We will reach out with acceptance decisions by October 2, 2023.
Membership into the NAHS gives excel level students participating in the Art Institute, MADLab, the Youth Curatorial Team, or Spark Studios at The Art Effect access to college scholarships from the NAEA (National Art Education Association). Furthermore, NAHS members are seen as leaders in their field and often receive priority treatment when applying to college. The average member in good standing, upon graduation has received $6,000 in scholarship dollars to attend college. Six of our graduates have even received the $60,000 NAEA scholarship to attend Pratt Institute’s Art Education program!
NAHS students will organize, plan, and host various art activities and projects to benefit the surrounding communities, such as our annual video & photography competition, Reel Exposure, gallery exhibits at the Trolley Barn Gallery, fun excursions to other galleries and museums, and Hudson Valley Regional Portfolio Week.
Welcome BACK TO SCHOOL🏫 , Back to Art Class 🎨, and Back to the National Art Honor Society!
The Art Effect is currently recruiting for the 2022-2023 school year. The Art Effect’s National Art Honor Society (NAHS) Chapter #2242 recognizes 9th-12th grade students of high academic and artistic standing throughout the Hudson Valley. The NAHS encourages students to reach their highest level of professionalism and prepares students for a career in the arts. Members serve their community by designing and painting public murals, raising money for scholarships and local organizations, creating public art projects, participating in community art events, and helping set up student exhibits. 𝙔𝙤𝙪 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙩 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙥𝙡𝙚𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝙖𝙩 𝙡𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙤𝙣𝙚 𝙘𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙀𝙛𝙛𝙚𝙘𝙩 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙖𝙨𝙩 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙩𝙤 𝙦𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙛𝙮. Learn more about the National Art Honor Society Here.
Dynamic programming at The Art Effect combines both visual art and media art in immersive, experiential courses that allow children to experience, explore and excel in the arts. Fall 2022 art classes begin September 18 with the exception of Senior Project beginning on September 8.
Click on any of the classes listed below for more information or to register online:
Partial scholarships are available to those in economic need. To apply for a scholarship, please complete a Scholarship Application Form and send it to cory@thearteffect.org.
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The Art Effect’s National Art Honor Society Chapter #2242 is excited to partner with The Hudson Valley Animal Rescue and Sanctuary to raise funds for their no-kill shelter. Members will be collecting donations now through June 4, 2021. Donations of $80 or more placed on or before May 28th can choose to receive an original pet portrait in exchange for the donation. For more information and to donate visit: http://bit.ly/NAHS2021ART
Animal portrait artwork will be created by the incredibly skilled young professionals of The Art Effect’s National Art Honor Society, who are eager to create artwork in support of a great cause.
Since the start of the school year, The National Art Honor Society has collected non-perishable food and clothing for Rebuilding of Children & Community families, painted The Trolley Barn Gallery windows this past winter, picked up trash on Pershing Avenue in Poughkeepsie, led an artistic discussion on Chronogram’s Taking it to the Streets virtual event, and are currently designing a virtual Pride Month art exhibition with Dutchess Pride, to name a few of their community projects this year!
Started by the National Art Education Association (NAEA) in 1978, the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) inspires and recognizes 9th – 12th graders who have shown an outstanding ability in art. The NAHS strives to aid members in working toward the attainment of their highest potential in art areas and brings art education to the attention of the school and community.
Chapter #2242 members are selected each semester from nominated high school students at The Art Effect who meet the requirements of excellence in the study and creation of art, a minimum of an 87 weighted GPA, and attendance and participation in our Art Institute, Spark Studios, and/or MADLab programs.
Upcoming projects for the National Art Honor Society include a community Juneteenth celebration from 1:00PM-6:00PM at Mansion Square Park. This is the 7th Annual Juneteenth Event hosted by R.E.A.L. Skills Network to celebrate the end of slavery in the US and commemorate the life of Theodore “Tree” Arrington. Arlington High School student mural designer Mary Haddad and Oakwood Friends School mural artists will also be present to see their Black Lives Matter mural unveiled at The Family Partnership Center at 12:00PM.
The National Honor Society Chapter #2242 strives to help students reach the highest level of professionalism as they begin their pursuit of careers in the arts by volunteering in community service projects, murals, hosting, organizing, and/or participating in community art events, fundraising to support the local community, and creating venues in which students may showcase their work.
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The Art Effect’s National Art Honor Society Chapter #2242 is excited to partner with The Hudson Valley Animal Rescue and Sanctuary to raise funds for their no-kill shelter. Members will be collecting donations now through June 4, 2021. Donations of $80 or more placed on or before May 28th can choose to receive an original pet portrait in exchange for the donation. For more information and to donate visit: http://bit.ly/NAHS2021ART
Animal portrait artwork will be created by the incredibly skilled young professionals of The Art Effect’s National Art Honor Society, who are eager to create artwork in support of a great cause.
Since the start of the school year, The National Art Honor Society has collected non-perishable food and clothing for Rebuilding of Children & Community families, painted The Trolley Barn Gallery windows this past winter, picked up trash on Pershing Avenue in Poughkeepsie, led an artistic discussion on Chronogram’s Taking it to the Streets virtual event, and are currently designing a virtual Pride Month art exhibition with Dutchess Pride, to name a few of their community projects this year!
Started by the National Art Education Association (NAEA) in 1978, the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) inspires and recognizes 9th – 12th graders who have shown an outstanding ability in art. The NAHS strives to aid members in working toward the attainment of their highest potential in art areas and brings art education to the attention of the school and community.
Chapter #2242 members are selected each semester from nominated high school students at The Art Effect who meet the requirements of excellence in the study and creation of art, a minimum of an 87 weighted GPA, and attendance and participation in our Art Institute, Spark Studios, and/or MADLab programs.
Upcoming projects for the National Art Honor Society include a community Juneteenth celebration from 1:00PM-6:00PM at Mansion Square Park. This is the 7th Annual Juneteenth Event hosted by R.E.A.L. Skills Network to celebrate the end of slavery in the US and commemorate the life of Theodore “Tree” Arrington. Arlington High School student mural designer Mary Haddad and Oakwood Friends School mural artists will also be present to see their Black Lives Matter mural unveiled at The Family Partnership Center at 12:00PM.
The National Honor Society Chapter #2242 strives to help students reach the highest level of professionalism as they begin their pursuit of careers in the arts by volunteering in community service projects, murals, hosting, organizing, and/or participating in community art events, fundraising to support the local community, and creating venues in which students may showcase their work.
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The Art Effect is proud to celebrate the achievements of graduating seniors from its MADLab, Spark Studios, and Art Institute programs. Students who completed the Art Institute’s rigorous Senior Project last fall received over $1.5 million in scholarship offers from colleges across the country. They will be attending such noted institutions as Tufts University School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC).
For many graduating seniors, the transition to college represents the culmination of years of study at The Art Effect, and none more so than those students who participated in Senior Project. As the most intensive program offered at the Art Institute, Senior Project is modeled after a senior thesis college course. It challenges high school seniors to be career-minded and think seriously about their art as they develop a portfolio of artwork around a personal theme. After the twelve-week course, students finish Senior Project with twelve finished works in their portfolio. Mel Audette-Diaz is one of those ambitious students.
“What’s clear is that Mel is a creative, insightful and perceptive young person with great skill and tremendous potential,” states Jordan Sanford, Director of Artistic Advancement at The Art Effect. “Mel used the Senior Project class to dive head first into defining their own unique style and approach to painting. With their determination, curiosity, and willingness to experiment, I am confident that this style will only continue to grow while they attend MICA next year.”
As Mel’s artistic and college advisor, Jordan supported them throughout the application process, from how to develop a strong application and art portfolio to what to do when their scholarship award was not enough. From the beginning of the admission process, MICA was at the top of Mel’s list of colleges. Disappointed with their initial MICA scholarship award, Mel and their mother reached out to Jordan. With Jordan’s guidance on how best to negotiate for scholarships and financial aid, Mel was able to secure additional MICA scholarship funds to make their dream of attending MICA a reality for them and their family.
For decades, The Art Effect’s summer programs, Dutchess Arts Camp, Junior Art Institute (now called Summer Intermediate Arts Program) and Summer Art Institute, have enriched and empowered local youth through art and exploration. The path to achieving scholarship-worthy portfolios starts this summer by honing the skills and interest of students of all ages. It’s never too early to nurture a child’s passion for the arts. Motivated students can learn more about The Art Effect’s video, virtual, and in-person options for youth ages 4-10, 11-13 and 14-19 at https://thearteffect.org/courses/summer-programs/
*All in-person programs will adhere to State and County protocols to ensure a safe and fun experience for all. They are also subject to change in response to state and local guidelines.
“What’s clear is that Mel is a creative, insightful and perceptive young person with great skill and tremendous potential,” states Jordan Sanford, Director of Artistic Advancement at The Art Effect. “Mel used the Senior Project class to dive head first into defining their own unique style and approach to painting. With their determination, curiosity, and willingness to experiment, I am confident that this style will only continue to grow while they attend MICA next year.”
As Mel’s artistic and college advisor, Jordan supported them throughout the application process, from how to develop a strong application and art portfolio to what to do when their scholarship award was not enough. From the beginning of the admission process, MICA was at the top of Mel’s list of colleges. Disappointed with their initial MICA scholarship award, Mel and their mother reached out to Jordan. With Jordan’s guidance on how best to negotiate for scholarships and financial aid, Mel was able to secure additional MICA scholarship funds to make their dream of attending MICA a reality for them and their family.
For decades, The Art Effect’s summer programs, 
