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CASA Class of 2024 Graduation will be held on Thursday, June 6 at 6:30 PM Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts 222 Market St | Harrisburg PA 17101 Tickets will be sent home with families of seniors. View the 2024 Graduation Program

ACADEMIC STANDARDS All students of Capital Area School for the Arts Charter School shall be responsible for mastering standards as established and mandated by the State of Pennsylvania in each of the following areas. Reading, writing, speaking and listening. Mathematics. Science and technology. Environment and ecology. Social studies (civics and government, geography, economics and history). Arts and humanities. Career education and work. Health, safety and physical education. Family and consumer science. The school’s curriculum is aligned to the State standards to provide a guaranteed and viable curriculum.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES Come join CASA's team! See the positions open for the 2024-2025 school year Capital Area School for the Arts (CASA) Charter School, which offers accelerated opportunities in six (6) major art areas: visual art, dance, film and video, music, theatre, and creative writing, as well as a strong academic curriculum has the following position(s) available for the 2024-2025 school year: High School Mathematics Teacher - (PART-TIME) - Available August 2025 Click here for a full job description High School Biology/Chemistry Teacher Click here for a full job description Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, completed Pennsylvania teaching position application (see below), current clearances (within one year) and Act 168 Disclosure form to Dr. George Ioannidis, CEO/CFO, via email: CASA-CEO@casa-arts.org or mail to Capital Area School for the Arts Charter School, 150 Strawberry Square, Harrisburg, PA 17101. 17101. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EOE PA Teaching Position Application (PDF) PA Teaching Position Application (DOC) PA Teaching Position Application (RTF)

OUR STUDENTS CASA students come from all over the Capital Region to engage in rigorous academic studies and arts education in one of six disciplines: creative writing, dance, film and media ar, music, theatre and visual arts. CASA is made up of 200 diverse students from 30 different school districts in 7 counties in the Capital Region. The tremendous artistic talent of CASA students has been recognized and featured in local galleries, and on regional stages, screens and publications. CASA students' academic scores are continuously above the State and National Average. Graduates continue to be accepted to prestigious arts and academic programs at colleges and universities throughout the US and abroad.

STUDENT LIFE Students at CASA find many places to belong among students who share the same interests and hobbies. We offer a variety of student and faculty led clubs and extracurricular activities. Clubs & Organizations Students have the ability to lead new and existing clubs each year, along side faculty members. Current Organizations and Clubs include those such as the CASA Book Club, Dream Big Society, and more. National Honor Society Students having membership in local chapters of NHS is based on displaying and maintaining outstanding character, leadership, and service. Members give their service and participate in projects each year in the school and in the community. Winter Formal & Prom CASA's Winter Formal and Prom are held each year, and is a fun time for students to celebrate school memories with their peers during dinner and dancing. Both events are organized by CASA's Student Council. Field Trips Students are able to attend field trips each year, such as the Renaissance Faire, the Holocaust Museum, the State Capitol, as well as trips to Baltimore, Philadelphia and New York. Master Classes CASA offers master classes each year for all students. Students have the opportunity to listen to lectures, observe demonstrations, and participate in workshops with working artists in order to have a greater understanding and knowledge of the selected discipline. Students learn particularized skills such as comedy writing, paper sculpture and stage combat that supplement their core course work in their chosen arts concentration. Spirit Week Spirit Week is a fun week at CASA for both students and staff.. Students get to dress in their themed costumes and varies each day from Superhero Day to Pajama Day to Spirit Wear Day, and more! It's a great time for students to express their creativity for each day.

We've earned these rankings by scoring highly in many different factors that aim to capture what it's really like to attend CASA Charter School. While we've always known that CASA Charter School is a wonderful place to learn and grow, we're so proud of our students and staff for earning this national distinction. Niche.com explores the best schools nationwide based on rigorous analysis of key statistics and millions of reviews from students and parents using data from the U.S. Department of Education.

End of Year Performances MUSIC END OF YEAR EVENT Wednesday, April 12 | 6:30 PM Whitaker Center Sunoco Performance Theatre Download Music Event Program THEATRE END OF YEAR EVENT Thursday, April 13 | 6:30 PM Whitaker Center Sunoco Performance Theatre Download Theatre Event Program DANCE END OF YEAR EVENT Thursday, April 13 | 6:30 PM Whitaker Center Sunoco Performance Theatre Download Dance Event Program FILM & VIDEO FILM FESTIVAL Thursday, June 1 | 5:00 PM West Shore Theatre Download Film & Video Program

ANNOUNCEMENTS A Taste of the Arts Fundraiser - May 28th More Info Emergency Closure Information / Inclement Weather - 2024-2025 School Year More Info Employment Opportunities for the 2024-2025 School Year More Info Invest in the Future of CASA! More Info CASA has been recognized as a 2024 Best School by Niche! More Info CASA Apollo Awards - See our student's achievements! More Info Flexible Instruction Days More Info CASA Education First Tour to Greece in June of 2026 - Info Meeting on Oct. 29 at 6 PM More Info CASA has a NEW Facebook Page! Click to Like our New Page! More Info Professional Development Plan 22-25 Public Review More Info Induction Plan 22-25 Public Review More Info Academic Standards & Assessments 22-25 Public Review More Info COVID-19 Screening Tool - Students and Staff More Info CASA featured in Harrisburg Magazine More Info Student Services Assurances 22-25 Public Review More Info CASA Charter Renewal Commemorative Book More Info Future Ready PA Index More Info ESSA Federal Report More Info

FILM & MEDIA ARTS This course introduces the student to the creation of expressionistic and realistic video and film productions. Students are given theoretical and practical experiences in traditional and state-of-the art video equipment. Using digital video cameras and Adobe Premiere editing software, the students create short narrative, artistic, documentary, and music style films and videos. The film and media arts department has an updated editing lab, which allows each student to edit independently on Adobe Premiere. Emphasis on composition, camera angles, creative content, and effective editing allow the students to create a strong body of work. They use this body of work to create a demo reel that can be shown during college visits, internships, job interviews, film festivals, and to friends and family. Film and media arts students also collaborate with creative writing, dance, film and media arts, music, theatre and visual arts students to create film and media arts pieces for incorporation into live performances. Upperclassmen Film and Media Arts students begin the process of assisting with the development of the End of Year Performance titled, CASA Live! , early in the year. Every Thursday, students from all programs work together in the Integrated Arts curriculum. Six various art disciplines: creative writing, dance, film and media arts, music, theatre and visual arts, collaborate to discover a theme, and develop the end of year program while cultivating an appreciation for the various art disciplines. During the course of a 9-month period, students break into small groups consisting of various arts disciplines to discuss and create scenes that later develop into fully realized components of the performance. Each class is asked to embellish scenes, using dialogue, music, prop suggestions, movement, and film interpretation as related to the chosen theme and thesis. The result? An artistic rendering of a theme more closely related to performance art than a high school musical or narrative play. More importantly, students learn the art of working together ---all the highs and lows of collaboration that accumulates into an original, crowd-pleasing performance for the community to enjoy. Please email Mr. Zemaitis at azemaitis@casa-arts.org for more information. Audition Requirements & Application Grades 9 &10 Final Films Grades 11 & 12 Final Films

CASA Budget 2024-2025 Approved Budget 2023-2024 Approved Budget 2022-2023 Approved Budget 2021-2022 Approved Budget 2020-2021 Approved Budget 2019-2020 Approved Budget 2018-2019 Approved Budget 2017-2018 Approved Budget 2016-2017 Approved Budget 2015-2016 Approved Budget 2014-2015 Approved Budget 2013-2014 Approved Budget If you have any questions regarding the budget, please email the CASA CEO at CASA-CEO@casa-arts.org .

ANNUAL REPORT 2019-2020 CASA Charter School and CASA Charter School Foundation Annual Report 2018 CASA and CRAE Annual Report 2017 CASA and CRAE Annual Report 2016 CASA and CRAE Annual Report 2015 CASA and CRAE Annual Report 2014 CASA and CRAE Annual Report

Kaleigh Killian Algebra I Algebra II Honors Algebra II Geometry kkillian@casa-arts.org 717-732-8450 EDUCATION: BA, Misericordia University. MA, Southern New Hampshire University Certified ELA and Math in grades 7-12 Where are you from? Wilkes Barre, PA What brought you to CASA? I was looking for a new job that put me closer to creativity. I feel like I'll fit well in this environment. Where did you work and what was your role prior to coming to CASA? I worked at Steelton Highspire High School teaching ELA, pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry, Personal Finance, and Creative Writing. Then I worked at Boiling Springs High School teaching Algebra 1 and Algebra 2. What is your connection to the arts? Or, how are you an artist? I am a writer. I have a few completed novel drafts that desperately need to be edited. I also have been playing flute since elementary school, and I currently play with Keystone Community Band. I cross stitch and do embroidery too! What do you hope will be your impact on our school community, students, and culture? I hope to build strong bonds here the way I did at my other schools. I was well known as the school mom, and I'd like to continue to be a safe space, confidant, and cheerleader for all students! What advice do you have for our students? Work hard, ask for help when you need it, and practice your art every day! Where do you live currently? Harrisburg, PA Who is in your immediate family? Mom- Susan Dad- Bill Brother- Patrick Partner- Claire What are your favorite hobbies/activities? Reading, cooking, and puzzles. I also love short hikes and exploring new places! Fun facts about Ms. Killian: 1. I hate answering this question. I immediately forget everything "interesting" about me. 2. I can teach both Math and English - not a mix you see very often.