Creativity Festival Impact Report
747 Students 30 Presenters
Each year, we survey the students and teachers who attend the Creativity Festival. Results from the two-day festival are below.
From the 2026 festival:
On a scale of 1-5, 92% of students rated Creativity Festival as 4 or 5.
78% of students had never attended the Creativity Festival.
91% of students said that the Creativity Festival presenters talked about how they use creativity and problem solving in their lives and jobs.
95% learned that creativity is a skill that can be practiced and strengthened.
96% learned that creativity and problem solving are important skills for everyone.
When asked “What is one thing you learned today?”, students said…
“In order to succeed, you need to problem-solve.”
“Working together is important.”
“How to story-tell through dance.”
“I love doing art and learning about it.”
“Everybody is awesome in their own way.”
“I learned that I am more creative than I think.”
Teachers said…
“The variety and exposure students have to new concepts and ideas is great! I have only heard positive things from the kids.”
“…the feedback was positive on several sessions which showcases the wide range of interests and topics you are reaching.”
“LOVE the engagement with the opening performance! Excellent organization as always!”
“Before the day even began one of my kids was looking at her tickets and she said ‘This is already the BEST day of my life!'”
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