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Opening Doors for Everyone to Express Their CreativityAvailable year-round for all art classes to make arts opportunities available to people of all backgrounds, ages, and abilities. Thanks to the generous support of our members and donors, scholarships are available to program participants based on financial need.
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Junior Counselor Program
The Junior Councilor Program serves as an opportunity for teens (Grades 7-12) who are interested in both the arts and engaging with youth to help staff art camps held at the Dahl Arts Center. Junior Counselors will work closely with RCAC staff, camp instructors, and campers to provide a positive art camp experience. This unique volunteer opportunity allows teens to gain firsthand experience in a professional art education setting, develop their leadership skills, and build positive relationships while giving back to their community.
Applications are due May 22, 2026.
CAMP FAQ
Contact information
LOCATION INFORMATION
All summer programming takes place in the RCAC Education Department, use the Kansas City St. entrance of the Dahl Arts Center for drop-off + pick-up.
WHAT TO WEAR/BRING
WHAT TO WEAR
WHAT TO BRING
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- Clothes that can get messy with paint, clay, glue, etc.
WHAT TO BRING
- Refillable water bottle.
- A cold/sack lunch.
- Your creativity!
WHAT NOT TO BRING
- Electronics (smart phones, smart-watches, tablets, etc.)
- Toys or special belongings from home
PICK-UP/DROP OFF PROCEDURES
All drop-offs and pick-ups will occur at the Kansas City Street entrance.
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PICK-UP
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HEALTH & SAFETY
Injury
If your child becomes injured, proper first aid will be administered and an accident report will be completed by a staff member. Parents/Guardians will be promptly notified as soon as the child’s immediate needs have been taken care of. In an emergency, staff will immediately call 911 and contact the parent/guardian or emergency contacts provided on the registration paperwork.
Health
If you, your child, or anyone in your family unit are feeling unwell or have come in contact with any confirmed COVID-19 positive cases, we ask that you please do not bring your child to participate in the camp. If anything pertaining to the prior statement changes during the camp week, we ask that you promptly notify us at the Education Department. If your child becomes ill while at camp (persistent cough, fever, etc.) we will promptly call the listed emergency contacts to have the child picked up.
Masks
Wearing of masks welcome at the personal discretion of students and guardians.
If your child becomes injured, proper first aid will be administered and an accident report will be completed by a staff member. Parents/Guardians will be promptly notified as soon as the child’s immediate needs have been taken care of. In an emergency, staff will immediately call 911 and contact the parent/guardian or emergency contacts provided on the registration paperwork.
Health
If you, your child, or anyone in your family unit are feeling unwell or have come in contact with any confirmed COVID-19 positive cases, we ask that you please do not bring your child to participate in the camp. If anything pertaining to the prior statement changes during the camp week, we ask that you promptly notify us at the Education Department. If your child becomes ill while at camp (persistent cough, fever, etc.) we will promptly call the listed emergency contacts to have the child picked up.
Masks
Wearing of masks welcome at the personal discretion of students and guardians.
BEHAVIOR EXPECTATIONS
The RCAC Education Department is dedicated to providing a creative learning environment that is rooted in respect, collaboration, and creativity. We strive to make the art classroom a place where students feel seen, heard, and valued, so that they may freely and authentically express themselves and connect with others through the arts.
We expect our students to:
Behavior Policy
The Rapid City Arts Council strives to ensure the safety of our staff and of every student who enters our facility. In extreme instances, if a student is unable to participate in a way that keeps everyone safe (physically and emotionally) the student may be removed from the camp. Any kind of violence, aggression, or explicit language will not be tolerated. If a child’s behavior becomes problematic, staff will appropriately document the behavior in writing. Appropriate action will be determined by the staff, and if necessary, the parent/guardian will be contacted. Before removal, staff will always engage in positive and healthy conflict resolution strategies including problem solving and redirection with patience and respect.
We expect our students to:
- Interact and engage with others (both staff and other students) with kindness and respect.
- Use language that is both appropriate and respectful.
- Respect and treat with care all aspects of the Education Department, including classrooms, bathrooms, common areas, supplies, equipment, and materials.
Behavior Policy
The Rapid City Arts Council strives to ensure the safety of our staff and of every student who enters our facility. In extreme instances, if a student is unable to participate in a way that keeps everyone safe (physically and emotionally) the student may be removed from the camp. Any kind of violence, aggression, or explicit language will not be tolerated. If a child’s behavior becomes problematic, staff will appropriately document the behavior in writing. Appropriate action will be determined by the staff, and if necessary, the parent/guardian will be contacted. Before removal, staff will always engage in positive and healthy conflict resolution strategies including problem solving and redirection with patience and respect.
CANCELLATION POLICY
- If classes are canceled by the Rapid City Arts Council, due to Covid-19 or otherwise, you will be refunded 100%.
- Classes are filled on a first-paid, first-served basis. Registration is not in effect until the first payment is received.
- To transfer your enrollment, call 605-394-4101 x3 and/or email [email protected] two weeks prior to the start of camp.
- Class Cancellations requested two weeks or more before the class start date receive a 50% refund, cancellations within the two weeks prior are non-refundable.
Thank you for a FANTASTIC 2025 Summer Adventure!
100 Pounds of Air Dry Clay Shaped, 63 Aprons Worn, & 1052 Snacks Consumed.
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