Issue 49  September 11th 2026

Celebrating National Arts Education Week: The Heartbeat of NESA

This week, schools across the country are celebrating National Arts Education Week. It is a wonderful time to reflect on the power of creative expression, but here at NESA, the arts aren't something we celebrate for just seven days—they are our lifeblood.

Every single day, our school is filled with the energy of incredible dancers, writers, technicians, actors, musicians, visual artists, and filmmakers. What makes our students truly special is how deeply integrated this passion is into everything they do. They don't just leave their creativity at the studio or theater door; they bring artistic curiosity into their math, science, English, and social studies classes. They see the patterns in equations, the narrative in history, and the design in nature. Arts education at NESA doesn't just train future artists—it nurtures creative thinkers, bold problem-solvers, and empathetic human beings.

I am endlessly proud of the phenomenal work our students create on our campus every week. That pride doesn't end at graduation, either. We love watching our NESA alumni thrive as they take their talents out into the world.

To our community: if you ever hear about a NESA graduate doing inspiring or exciting things—whether they are pursuing a career in the arts, working in medicine, launching a business, or serving their community—please reach out and let me know. Once a part of the NESA family, always a part of the NESA family, and we want to celebrate all the ways our alumni are making their mark on the world.

Thank you for your continued support, dedication, and shared passion for our school. Here’s to celebrating the power of the arts this week and every week!