Pike County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2022 - Jun 30, 2023





3036 - Artistic & Essential Skill Development
3036.1) 54

Number of opportunities for creative expression

3036.2) 525

Number of participants reporting increased knowledge, opinions, skills and/or aspirations in the arts

3036.7) 40

Number of participants reporting increased focus, resilience

3036.6) 40

Number of participants reporting increased perseverance, completing a project from start to finish

3036.5) 55

Number of participants reporting increased confidence, self-esteem

3036.3) 36

Number of participants reporting increased use of creativity

3036.4) 36

Number of participants reporting increased mindfulness or a change in the way they see their immediate surroundings

3036.8) 44

Number of participants reporting use of critical thinking skills and making deliberate choices to solve problems

3036.9) 32

Number of participants reporting increased sense of belonging, support, and/or comfort



Success Stories

Appalachian Symphony

Author: Kristy Porter

Major Program: Artistic & Essential Skill Development

Appalachian Symphony, in its seventh year, is a musical collective providing free music lessons and performance opportunities to people of all ages, backgrounds, and skill levels. The program is completely free and increases music education access for people living in low-income conditions as well as providing an inclusive atmosphere that welcomes individuals who otherwise feel as though they do not "belong" in traditional music lesson settings. This includes, but is not limited to, pe

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Procreate: Digital Art Class Series

Author: Kristy Porter

Major Program: Artistic & Essential Skill Development

When considering what art classes to offer the community, we try to offer familiar favorites while also introducing new concepts. Speaking to the latter, we decided to put forward a class series in an entirely new art medium—digital!Parker Taylor is a local artist with a deep knowledge of Procreate. Parker has designed logos, art, and merchandise for both personal endeavors and through commission from several organizations and businesses, including the City of Pikeville, Pikeville Pride, a

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