The mission of the Step It Up program is to support OSA’s diversity and outreach commitment by making arts education accessible to BIPOC youth from Title 1 OUSD schools.  

Amanda Lacro - Director of Enrollment and Special Programs

The mission of the Step It Up program is to support OSA’s diversity and outreach commitment by making arts education accessible to BIPOC youth from Title 1 OUSD schools. 

The Step It Up program makes arts education free and accessible to underserved and marginalized Oakland youth through after school programming, onsite specialized arts classes, and industry informed career preparation.

• The Step It Up program starts on Wednesday, November 6th.

• Classes are held from 4 to 6pm on Wednesdays.

• Sessions are 11/6 through 1/29 with culminating art showcase on 2/5.

• Each week, specialized arts courses will meet weekly for 2 hours of free arts education to students for ten weeks. 

• Completers of the Step it Up program are given priority in the OSA Admissions lottery for enrollment.

• Applications are now open! 

• To apply for the Step It Up program, please complete an application below: 
  
  

   

English Application

Spanish Application

Mandarin Application

Questions? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ Page) or contact stepitup@oakarts.org.