Education & Leadership

All kids have great potential. At the Y, we help them set and achieve their personal and educational goals. They gain confidence as they recognize the Y as a place where they belong and can feel comfortable exploring new interests and passions. Through leadership and academic enrichment programs such as mentoring, youth government and college preparation, we make sure that every child has an opportunity to envision a positive future, and to take an active role in strengthening the community.

Greater Portland
70 Forest Ave
Portland ME 04101
207-874-1111

Education & Leadership

Tiny Picassos

Registration Category: Arts & Humanities, Youth
Date: Fall I: September 6 – October 24
Fall II: October 30 – December 17
Ages: 2-4 years old
Fee: Family Memberships: $17; Youth Members: $49; Non-Members: $99
Schedule: M 10:00 – 10:30 am
Sa 9:00 – 9:30 am
Instructor: Meg Dermody
Pre-Registration Required

These art classes focus on basic art techniques while using different mediums. Children will be encouraged to be creative and have fun while learning age appropriate art techniques. They will leave with many projects completed and feeling ready to continue developing their own art work.  This class is for the beginner or advanced lil' artist!

Junior Picassos

Registration Category: Arts & Humanities, Youth
Date: Fall I: September 6 – October 24
Fall II: October 30 – December 17
Ages: 5 - 8 years old
Fee: Family Memberships: $17; Youth Members: $49; Non-Members: $99
Schedule: M 10:45 – 11:30 am
Sa 9:45 – 10:30 am
Sa 10:45 - 11:30 am
Instructor: Meg Dermody
Pre-Registration Required

These art classes focus on basic art techniques while using different mediums. Children will be encouraged to be creative and have fun while learning age appropriate art techniques. They will leave with many projects completed and feeling ready to continue developing their own art work.  Similar to Tiny Picassos, this class is geared towards slightly older children, but still appropriate for the beginner or advanced lil' artist!