For schools
NYC DOE Licensed Vendor · MWBE Certified · DYCD Evaluated
Your students are ready. So are we.
Project-based creative-tech programs, fully ready to run. Built to satisfy your program requirements, engage your students, and create work they’re proud of.
Student artwork & voice brought to life with creative technology. Imagine your students creating this.
K–12 · In-School & After-SchoolK–12 · In-School & After-School · Public · Private · Charter Schools
How it works
Three choices. That’s the whole process.
We build the schedule, the materials, and the quote around what you pick. Each step is spelled out below.
Step 1 — Formats
Start with how much time you have.
Every course in our catalogue runs in any of these formats. Session count is built around your schedule, not ours.
Single Workshop
A focused introduction built around one finished project. Best for enrichment days, electives, and trying a course before committing to a term.
Single-day or multi-day sessions.
Semester Course
10–15 weeksThe core offering. Students build skills week over week and finish with completed work they can show. Session count is built around your schedule.
Semester-based programming.
Full-Year Sequence
Two connected semesters that build on each other. Courses stand alone or link into a pathway with structure, support, and student outcomes built in.
Comprehensive program across the school year.
Career Panels & Events
Live events connecting students with working professionals in animation, design, technology, and media. Candid and specific: how they got there, what the work is actually like, and what students can do right now.
Live industry panels and career events.
Step 2 — Courses
Then pick what your students make.
Each course is built around a clear student project, and can run during the school day, after school, or as a summer program.
Stop Motion Animation
Best for Grades Pre-K–8
Students create A short stop-motion film using clay, paper, LEGO, or everyday objects.
Students learn Storyboarding, set design, character building, frame-by-frame animation, timing, teamwork, and visual storytelling.
Step 3 — Delivery
Three models. All school-ready.
Every model is designed to fit your school the way it runs.
Instructor-Led
Creatineers instructors deliver the full program. Zero burden on school staff.
Best for schools that want a fully managed program. Creatineers handles everything from scheduling to facilitation.
Teacher-Led
Your staff runs the program with our curriculum, kits, and training.
We train your staff, provide the curriculum and kits, and support them throughout the program. Includes a turnkey curriculum kit — everything your team needs to run it.
Hybrid
Co-delivery model. Creatineers instructors and school staff share facilitation.
Ideal for schools building long-term capacity. Your staff runs it with Creatineers alongside to model and coach.
Not sure which fits?
The same course runs under any of the three. What changes is who stands at the front of the room.
| Feature | Instructor-Led | Teacher-Led | Hybrid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Who leads the class | CREATINEERS instructor | Your staff | Shared — your staff, with us alongside |
| Curriculum included | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Materials & kits included | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Staff training included | Not needed | Yes | Yes |
| Hardware provided | Varies by course* | No* | Varies by course* |
| Scheduling | Set with the CREATINEERS team | School decides | Planned together |
| Students per class | Up to 20 | School decides | Up to 20 |
| Best for | A fully managed program | Running it in-house with support | Building long-term staff capacity |
*Hardware is available as a CREATINEERS add-on. Contact us to learn more.
Every program
Everything arrives ready.
Project-based curriculum
Every session builds toward a finished student project, not a worksheet.
Trained instructors
Instructor-led programs come with experienced Creatineers facilitators.
Equipment & kits
All materials provided. Nothing for your school to source or store.
Chromebook & iPad ready
Works on the devices your school already has. No IT coordination needed.
Career-connected content
Industry context woven into every program, not added on at the end.
Program support
Dedicated support for program coordinators and teachers throughout the entire program. We're here when you need us.
Requirements
Meets the requirements that matter.
These are the exact program categories and outcome labels your district and funders are looking for.
- Exploring Futures
- Career-connected learning / career readiness
- STEM / STEAM enrichment
- Project-based learning (PBL)
- Portfolio development and showcase outcomes
- Future-ready skill development
- Authentic student work
- After-school / in-school / summer programming flexibility
Track record
Proven across school types and grades.
Emma Lazarus High School (Grades 8–12)
Multi-year animation curriculum. Developing and piloting an animation pathway model supporting curriculum integration, portfolio development, and long-term student growth aligned with the NY State Portrait of a Graduate.
Maspeth Town Hall (K–8)
Summer Rising 2024. Fulfilled Exploring Futures requirement. DYCD observed and was impressed with lesson quality and student engagement. Program expanded to two junior high school sites in fall. Live industry career panel sparked parent follow-up for additional resources.
KIPP Charter Schools (Grades 6–8)
Teacher-led model across 4 sites. Strong curriculum design recognition, high student engagement, standout voice acting and sound design work. Site director recommended Creatineers directly to a DYCD Program Manager for other CBOs seeking a STEM option.
Bed-Stuy Site (K–5)
After-school programming for elementary students. Demonstrates model flexibility across younger age groups.
Bill D.
Program Supervisor
Maspeth Town Hall
“We partnered with the CREATINEERS for the first time during Summer Rising 2024. Our participants found the curriculum engaging. Our staff enjoyed leading the activities, as they were structured, yet allowed for creativity and freedom of expression. DYCD observed a lesson during their summer evaluation and were impressed with the quality of the lessons and the engagement exhibited by the participants. We will be using the CREATINEERS at two of our junior high school locations this fall to help fulfill our Exploring Futures requirement.”
Site Director
Recommended to DYCD Program Manager
KIPP Charter Schools
“CREATINEERS has done a fabulous job with our students at 4 of our sites. I would highly recommend Academy of Animated Art to other CBOs that might be looking to add a new STEM option at their sites.”
Hear it directly
Don’t take our word for it.
“I am just in awe of the way this curriculum is structured. Thank you for giving children an opportunity to create at this level.”
Ashley A.
Educator · KIPP Charter Schools
Pricing
Priced to fit how schools work.
Pricing is based on number of classes, delivery model, and program size. We’ll give you a clear number quickly. No vague proposals. No surprises.
We are a NYC DOE verified vendor, MWBE certified, and have worked with DYCD funded programs. We’re vetted, credentialed, and ready to go.
Sample pricing
Based on 20 students per class. Final pricing is determined by program length, frequency, and site requirements.
| Program | Sessions | Teacher-LedCurriculum kit | Instructor-LedFull residency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stop-Motion Animation | 12 sessions | $3,200$160/student | $6,600$330/student |
| Film Lab Intensive | 12 sessions | $5,000$250/student | $13,000$650/student |