Allen Academy of the Arts
Who will be with them

The people.

Working artists and steady hands. The people your family member will see every day.

  • A founder sits at an upright piano and glances back with a smile.

    Dee (Derek Allen)

    Founder & Program Director

    Built Allen on one belief: the arts are for everyone.

  • Portrait of Ashley, program supervisor, smiling in the day-center studio.

    Ashley

    Program Supervisor

    Keeps every room warm, safe, and moving.

  • Leimomi, hula teacher, demonstrates a hand movement in a mirrored studio.

    Leimomi

    Teaching Artist (Hula & Movement) and Operations

    Leads hula and movement.

  • A family-partnership specialist smiles over coffee in a meeting with parents.

    Charmin

    Education & Family Partnerships

    Guides families through intake and planning.

  • RJ, chief operating officer, standing in the dance studio.

    RJ Mabanta

    Chief Operating Officer

    Builds the systems behind the studio.

Full bios coming soon.

Every Teaching Artist is also a trained DSP, and every staff member receives ongoing professional development.

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