Gratitude and Grit: Thankful for a Community That Believes in the Arts

JDS Creative Academy

Published on: 25/11/2025

This Thanksgiving, JDS Creative Academy celebrates the students, staff, donors, and community who make inclusive arts education possible. Discover how creativity, gratitude, and grit shape our mission and impact.

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Diane Strand’s Mission to Inspire Creativity Through 𝘞𝘪𝘭𝘥 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘪𝘶𝘴 and Arts Across America

JDS Creative Academy

Published on: 08/10/2025

Discover how Diane Strand inspires creativity through her bestselling book Wild Genius and programs like Arts Across America, empowering young artists to embrace their potential.

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From Hollywood to Temecula: How Diane Strand is Transforming Arts Education & Entrepreneurship

JDS Creative Academy

Published on: 12/09/2025

Discover how Diane Strand is transforming arts education and entrepreneurship through JDS Creative Academy, DigiFest® Temecula, and the Arts Across America initiative.

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