Scroll down to register at participating locations, view weekly and semester themes, and see some fun pictures of Kick StART projects!
Kick StART is an after-school art enrichment program that introduces students to master artists. Students are taught various foundational art skills and explore lines, shapes, texture, color, and contour, learning how to utilize a variety of mediums in tandem with these foundational skills. The benefits of this program go much farther than creating a well-rounded artistic skillset: students develop their motor and communication skills, learn to problem solve, and make decisions throughout the creative process. Students’ executive functioning and ability to empathize are also enhanced through art classes. Many students find art to be a stress reliever.
Kick StART allows each student to develop their personal creative point of view. They are taught the skills to execute class projects, given an inspiration piece as a jumping-off point, and encouraged to take the project in their own direction. The students become a cohort where each child is valued and affirmed in their abilities to explore, create, and communicate. Kick StART builds students’ confidence and creative expression, all wrapped up in a FUN art class environment.
Kick StART meets one day per week after school for a 90-minute class each semester. Students bring their own supplies (for their personal use). KickStART is available to students K-6 and is open only to students enrolled in the school. Price varies based on the number of classes per semester at each school. See the Info & Registration button at the bottom of this page for specific details.
Discounts are available to First Coast Cultural Center members!
To become a family member, click here: FCCC Membership
PVPV/Rawlings
3:00pm - 4:30pm on Mondays, PVPV-Rawlings Elementary
Open to all grades. One 90-minute class per week.
Early Bird Registration for the fall semester is now open!
Ocean Palms Elementary
2026 Fall Kick StART at Ocean Palms Elementary School
3:00pm - 4:30pm on Tuesdays, Ocean Palms Elementary
Open to all grades. One 90-minute class per week.
Early Bird Registration for the fall semester is now open!
Freedom Crossing Academy
2026 Fall Kick StART at Freedom Crossing Academy
1:45pm - 3:15pm on Wednesdays, Freedom Crossing Academy
Open to all grades. One 90-minute class per week.
Early Bird Registration for the fall semester is now open!
Lakeside Academy
2026 Fall Kick StART at Lakeside Academy
2:30pm - 4:00pm on Thursdays, Lakeside Academy
Open to all grades. One 90-minute class per week.
Early Bird Registration for the fall semester is now open!
First Coast Cultural Center is proud to offer our after-school enrichment program in Saint Johns County at various locations! We are currently at PVPV/Rawlings, Ocean Palms Elementary, Freedom Crossing Academy, and Lakeside Academy.
*Schools ask parents AND us to notify them of each child's participation in our program by late July or mid-August so that they can have accurate dismissal documentation as early as possible. This applies to ALL after-school enrichment programs. Please fill out your school's after-school form (which may require an after-school coordination fee, depending on your child's school location) and submit it to the school immediately after registering for our program here.
Please note that we do not issue refunds to individuals who need to cancel after registering. In some instances, we may be able to transfer these fees to another program. Please contact us with any questions:
Fall 2026 Semester Kick StART Theme: Foundations of Art
- Lines and Shape
- Exploring the Color Wheel
- Proportion & Scale
- Forms I
- Forms II
- Trying Texture
- Distance & Depth
- Exploring Value
- Understanding Unity
- Excellent Emphasis
- Movement in Motion
- Symmetry & Balance
- Rhythm & Repetition
- Bringing Elements and Principles Together
- The Spring Launch Awaits!
Spring 2027 Semester Kick StART Theme: Types of Art, Exploring Mediums
- Drawing
- Painting
- Ceramics I
- Ceramics II
- Masks
- Manuscripts
- Prints
- Rock Art
- Stained Glass
- Photography
- Fiber Arts
- Architecture
- Street Art
Please note:
*We do not offer refunds.
*For the safety of your child, prompt pick up is required.
We follow school policy for tardy pick-ups and will maintain a late fee of $1 per minute past dismissal time.
For more information contact Anna Allen at 904-280-0614 or
