Children’s After School Arts (CASA) is an independent, nonprofit after school program located at Rooftop Elementary School in San Francisco. We provide creative and performing arts instruction to kindergarten through fifth graders in a safe, comfortable and inspiring environment. Classes at CASA include many aspects of visual art, dance, music and theater. Our curriculum focuses on building self-esteem, learning to work with groups, and individual self-expression. CASA has a special outreach to children with challenging social, academic, and family issues. Our generous scholarship program allows the healing power of art to reach a wide variety of children. CASA produces several arts events annually which are enjoyed in professional settings and are open to the public. The self worth that our students experience is evident on their faces as they stand on stage in front of packed houses of applauding fans. Ask any of our students and they’ll tell you, CASA is a magical place.

Generally, kids enter in kindergarten and stay with us through fifth grade.

This allows for a uniquely intimate and familial environment. CASA graduates are known for their remarkable knowledge, appreciation, and love of art. Our alumni posses an incredible sense of self, and ease of expression. At CASA, children can freely and safely be themselves within the construct of a structured arts curriculum.