Join the Student Directors—since 2015
Eligibility
- Demonstratable committment to the arts (any discipline)
- Eagerness to share the impacts of the arts with your peers
- Interest in entering the professional arts sector (any discipline)
Roles & Responsibilities
- Attend Board Meetings and be mentored by Board members
- Share advocacy tools with peers and adults
- Prep Art Supplies for distribution
- Volunteer at events
Benefits
- Community Service Hours
- Help with college and job applications
- Professional Development in the Business of Arts
- Looks great on your resume
- Cool sweatshirt and arts stuff!
Angela Johnston
Student Director Angela Johnston
Angela Johnston, a junior at Amador High School, is primarily a visual and digital artist with a passion for storytelling. She aims to bring her narratives to life through animation and comics.
Angela is committed to using her talents to advocate for arts education in Amador. Currently in Drama 1, she plans to advance to Drama and Music Theater in 2025. Angela's future plans include majoring in Psychology and minoring in Theater.
Rowan Norton
Student Director Rowan Norton
Rowan Norton, a Senior at Amador High School and is a poet, visual artist, ceramicist, and music connoisseur. Norton's Senior Project is focused on data collection regarding the impacts of drug addiction in Amador County families.
How To Apply?
The Student Director program means FREE MENTORING for youth artists!—since 2015.
- A letter of intent describing why you want to be a Student Director at Amador Arts.
- One letter of recommendation from a teacher, administrator, school counselor or coach.
- A parent/guardian letter granting permission to serve on the Amador Arts Board of Directors.
Feel free to contact us if you have any questions, (209) 256-8166, info@amadorarts.org.
ROLLING APPLICATIONS
“Being a Student Director is a fantastic opportunity to get involved in your community, connect with other creative individuals, and develop your skills as an artist and creator!”
Lee Thibodeaux
Lee Thibodeaux
Lee is an interdisciplinary artist who loves visual arts, graphic design, creative writing, and music. They are currently attending Columbia Community College.
Lee won Best of Show at the 2022 Student Arts Showcase and is a graduate of Amador High School. Lee is working as Amador Arts Administrative Assistant!
Alec Lashbrook
Alec Lashbrook
Alec graduated from Mt. Oaks in 2021 and is now studying at Rivers College. He spent four years at Baker Street West as an actor and two years as an adult leader for Call Church’s Junior Youth Group Program.
Alec's passion lies in fantasy and storytelling. When he's not immersed in his high-fantasy adventure novel or managing his YouTube channel, he enjoys crafting small sculptures as gifts for loved ones.
London Earnest
London Earnest
London loves traveling and the outdoors and has a passion for Interior Design. She graduated from Amador High in 2023 and is currently attending Weber State University in Ogden Utah to pursue a BA in Interior Design.
Do You Know Your Arts Education Rights?
Amador Arts aim to ensure every student, parent, and teacher is informed, equipped, and inspired to advocate for equitable access to arts programs across the state.
Ready to make a change at your school?
If you’ve noticed any barriers to student rights, it’s time to raise your voice!
Learn how to bring awareness and drive action by going to myschoolrights.com.