Guild Application

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All applicants will receive consideration for the YAYA Guild Program without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or status.

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Before you begin, please note that this application will require you to upload a letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor who can speak on the applicant's interest and talent for art making. This application does not have a "save" feature.* This field is required.
Yes, I understand and have one ready to upload.
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PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE CONTINUING THIS APPLICATION: I understand that Young Aspirations Young Artists (YAYA) Inc. is not part of Parish Schools, but is an independent non-profit youth training organization. I acknowledge that the Orleans Parish School Board and YAYA require extracurricular participants to have adequate accident liability insurance. I attest that we will have adequate accident insurance coverage in effect and therefore agree to release and discharge the Orleans Parish School Board and YAYA and their employees, agents and successors from any liability whatsoever arising indirectly or directly from participation in the YAYA program. I agree that all artwork done under YAYA’s supervision or resulting from arrangements made by YAYA is the property of YAYA. Jobs will be awarded to the artist by merit. If said artwork is sold, the student will receive a portion of the sale minus the cost of materials, shipping, etc. For guild members, a portion will also be put into a college fund. Payment will be made when all obligations to YAYA have been met. I understand that lack of respect, obedience to those affiliated with, or guest of YAYA may be reason for being suspended from YAYA activities. I have read all of the above and I understand and agree to everything stated herein and would like to participate in YAYA activities.* This field is required.
Yes, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this agreement.
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Date of Application Submission* This field is required.
Date
Month
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Year
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Artist's Name* This field is required.
First Name
Last Name
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Date of Birth* This field is required.Must be at between 13-16 years of age.
Date
Month
Day
Year
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Preferred Gender
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Ethnic OriginPlease select all that apply.
African American/Black
Native American
Asian/Pacific Islander
Latinx/Hispanic
Caucasian/White
Other
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Artist's Mobile Phone Number* This field is required.
Area Code
Phone Number
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Artist's Email* This field is required.
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Home Address* This field is required.
Street Address
City
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The Bahamas
Bahrain
Bangladesh
Barbados
Belarus
Belgium
Belize
Benin
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Bhutan
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Brazil
Brunei
Bulgaria
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Canada
Cape Verde
Cayman Islands
Central African Republic
Chad
Chile
China
Christmas Island
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Cote d'Ivoire
Croatia
Cuba
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Cyprus
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Egypt
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Fiji
Finland
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French Polynesia
Gabon
The Gambia
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Mali
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Moldova
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Montserrat
Morocco
Mozambique
Myanmar
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Namibia
Nauru
Nepal
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New Caledonia
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Poland
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Qatar
Republic of the Congo
Romania
Russia
Rwanda
Saint Barthelemy
Saint Helena
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Saint Lucia
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Saint Pierre and Miquelon
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Samoa
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Senegal
Serbia
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Slovenia
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Somalia
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eSwatini
Sweden
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Taiwan
Tajikistan
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Tonga
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Parent Name* This field is required.
First Name
Last Name
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Home Phone
Area Code
Phone Number
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Parent Mobile Phone
Area Code
Phone Number
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Work Phone
Area Code
Phone Number
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Parent Email* This field is required.
example@example.com
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Best Way to Contact Parent* This field is required.
Home Phone
Mobile Phone (call)
Mobile Phone (text)
Work Phone
Email
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Artist's School* This field is required.
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Grade Level* This field is required.
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Type of School* This field is required.
Public/Charter
Private
Parochial
College
Other
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Emergency Contact Name* This field is required.
First Name
Last Name
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Emergency Contact Relationship to Artist
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Emergency Contact Phone Number* This field is required.
Area Code
Phone Number
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YAYA complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Do you have any special needs, physical limitations, or food/other allergies that need accommodation?
Yes
No
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If "YES," please describe:
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STUDENT’S STATEMENT Please describe briefly why you wish to join YAYA.
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Have you participated in YAYA before?
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If "yes," list all years:
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List all art classes currently or previously taken. If none, please type "N/A."
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List all extra curricular activities. If none, please type "N/A."
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Please write at least a paragraph on why you wish to join YAYA, and why you think that you make a good candidate.* This field is required.Max. 300 words
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Teacher/Counselor RecommendationPlease upload your letter of recommendation from a teacher or counselor. If you don't have one readily available, please have the person recommending you to send an email of recommendation to nemesis@yayainc.org.
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Students must maintain a "C" average or above to participate in the program. Please submit a copy of applicant’s most recent report card. If you have trouble uploading, please email a copy of your report card to nemesis@yayainc.org, or bring one to your interview.
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Media Release: I, the parent listed above, understand and agree that my child, the applicant listed above, may be photographed/video and/or audio recorded for, but not limited to, documentation, identification, fund raising, public relations, and marketing purposes relating to the YAYA Inc. I agree to the use of my child’s photo as needed by all partners of YAYA Inc.* This field is required.
Yes, I acknowledge that I have read and understand this agreement.
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YAYA Field Trip & Travel Permission: I understand that Young Aspirations Young Artists (YAYA) Inc. is not part of Orleans ParishSchools, but is an independent non-profit youth training organization. I acknowledge that the Orleans Parish School Board and YAYA require extracurricular participants to have adequate accident liability insurance. I attest that we will have adequate accident insurance coverage in effect and therefore agree to release and discharge the Orleans Parish School Board and YAYA and their employees, agents, and successors from any and all liability whatsoever arising indirectly or directly from participation in the YAYA program. I agree that all artwork done under YAYA’s supervision or resulting from arrangements made by YAYA is the property of YAYA.* This field is required.
I understand that lack of respect or obedience to those affiliated with, or the guest of YAYA may be reason for being suspended from the project, event, or field trip.
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Statistical Information

Please answer the following questions as they apply to you and your family. This information is required by YAYA and will be used for statistical purposes only, and is confidential. This section will be detached from your application and will remain anonymous. Your answers will not affect your acceptance. Applications are judged only on the basis of the samples of your work, interview, application, and recommendation form.

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Do you participate in a free or reduced lunch program at school?
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No
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Does your family or household receive food stamps?
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No
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Does your family or household receive public aid?
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No
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Does your family or household receive unemployment compensation?
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No
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Does your family or household receive social security benefits?
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No
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Who do you live with?
Parents
Other relatives
On your own
With non-relatives
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How many people (including yourself) live inyour household?
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Parent/Guardian e-Signature* This field is required.By signing below, I certify all information is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
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Teen Artists e-SignatureBy signing below, I certify that I am interested in joining the YAYA Guild Program.
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Thank you for applying to the YAYA Guild Teen Program! We will review your application and be in touch to set up an interview. We look forward to meeting you!
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