KID smART believes that the arts empower all children to unlock their full academic, creative and personal potential. In public schools in New Orleans, KID smART programs breathe life into curriculum, engaging children in dynamic, creative and rigorous learning through the arts. Core programs include the inter-dependent programs of long term artists residencies and professional development for classroom teachers, to transform classrooms into joyful, creative, thoughtful places of learning . For more information about KID smART, visit our website atwww.kidsmart.org, see student learning unfold in the classroom through our blog atwww.kidsmartnola.tumblr.com, or follow us on Facebook.