Our Program
ART SMART is a unique enriched arts program that offers every student at Clinton Junior Public School meaningful, community-powered arts experiences that spark fun, growth, and connection.
Established in 1989 through a generous gift from the late Beatrice Minden, the program was created to ensure all students have access to enriched arts opportunities. ART SMART is powered by the registered charity Friends of Clinton (#139821805RR0001).
Creative sessions, artist honorariums, and materials are funded and supported by volunteer parents, teachers, and the broader school community. ART SMART is not part of the TDSB and is not offered at other schools.
What’s Going On
Planning for 2026 / 27
Planning for this year's ART SMART program is already underway. The programming committee is exploring options for partners, artists, and project types, with the goal of keeping the program varied and meaningful for every student at Clinton.
We will share details about sessions and partners once plans take shape.
Tote bags!
Stay tuned for more details!
ART NIGHT 2026 …
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Art Night 2026 this May. The halls were filled with colour and creativity as families wandered through and took in the work our students had made all year.
Art Night caps off a full year of ART SMART, and this year was a special one. It was our first working with Blank Canvases, whose professional artist educators led sessions across the school. Thank you for celebrating with us, and thank you to the Blank Canvases team, our teachers, and the parents and volunteers who made it all possible.
