Discover how Diane Strand is transforming arts education and entrepreneurship through JDS Creative Academy, DigiFest® Temecula, and the Arts Across America initiative.
Read more →DigiFest® Temecula is JDS Creative Academy’s signature digital arts festival, featuring film, animation, podcasts, gaming, VR, and creative industry panels. A hub for students, creatives, and professionals to connect, showcase, and celebrate digital storytelling.
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Creativity helps kids and teens build confidence, resilience, and communication skills. At JDS Creative Academy, we inspire growth through art, theater, and storytelling.
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Discover why JDS Creative Academy believes creativity is more than art—it’s a life skill. Learn how acting, filmmaking, and visual arts build confidence, problem-solving, collaboration, and resilience in students.
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Meet the talented instructors of JDS Creative Academy—industry professionals in acting, filmmaking, visual arts, and musical theater who inspire students to grow, create, and succeed.
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Discover how digital media opens doors for neurodivergent creators, providing skills, confidence, and career pathways through inclusive programs at JDS Creative Academy.
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Step behind the curtain at JDS Creative Academy and discover what it truly takes to produce a live show. From script development to backstage coordination, explore the creative process that brings performances to life.
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Discover how arts-based community events at JDS Creative Academy connect youth, foster creativity, and bridge digital and live experiences.
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Step behind the curtain this Fall with JDS Creative Academy’s Backstage Production class! Learn set design, lighting, sound, and get hands-on experience in the Haunted Studio.
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SOI Update is back! Explore our latest episodes covering community news, events, and behind-the-scenes stories—where participants build skills, confidence, and creativity.
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