Hilltop Artists
Hilltop Artists, based in Tacoma, WA, partners with Tacoma Public Schools to provide free, hands-on glass art education and workforce development programs for youth ages 12–26. Through mentorship, creative expression, and career-connected learning, we help more than 700 students each year develop confidence, resilience, and transferable skills for success in school, work, and life.
PROGRAMS
Daytime CTE Electives (September–June)
Held at Hilltop Heritage Middle School and Silas High School, these Career & Technical Education classes provide hands-on instruction in glassblowing, sculpture, and design during the school day.
After-School & Summer Glass Arts (October–July)
Students engage in mentorship and collaborative projects that build confidence, technical skills, and community.
Outreach Services (Year-Round)
Individualized, wrap-around support helps students access housing, food, healthcare, tutoring, and education navigation.
Arts Connect (Year-Round)
A multidisciplinary arts program for girls and gender-expansive youth who are court-involved, providing creative expression, mentorship, and healing in a supportive cohort model.
