The Apprentice Program
Learn. Lead. Inspire.
Our Apprentice Program (Assistants, ages 14-18 and Jr. Helpers, ages 13 and under) provides a fabulous opportunity for experienced TPAC students to help inspire and motivate the next generation while learning valuable leadership, teaching, and communication skills. Opportunities available for accepted students include weekly classes in our Conservatory, Little Limelight, and Youth Musical program as well as birthday parties, special events, mini-camps and more. Jr. Helpers are volunteers and Assistants are paid MA minimum wage.
STAR Leadership
A series of 8 one-hour leadership workshops designed for students ages 9-18 led by members of TPAC's teaching team. Register for 1 or all 8! Every workshop includes a training on leadership, interactive learning and collaborating, and focused time on giving back to the community at large.
2026-2027 Schedule
Saturday, October 24th
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Trust + Belonging (Classroom Management 101/Toolkit)
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12:45-1:45pm
Sunday, November 15th
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Serve + Gratitude (What Does Gratitude Look Like In the Classroom?)
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1:00-2:00pm
Thursday, January 21st
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Serve + Community (Lesson Planning 101)
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6:00-7:00pm
Tuesday, February 9th
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Love + Service (Emotional Bank Account)
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8:15-9:15pm
Thursday, March 4th
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Growth (Lesson Plan Reflection)
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8:00-9:00pm
Friday, March 19th
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Growth + Empowerment (Creating Your Personal Mission Statement)
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5:15-6:15pm
Thursday, April 15th
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Excellence + Joy (Time Management/End of the Year Wrap)
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8:00-9:00pm
TUITION
Single - $30
4-Pack - $100
8-Pack - $179 (save over $50!)
The Apprentice Program
Requirements for 2026-2027
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Open to students in grades 4-12 with acceptance into the program
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2+ years of experience in your assigned program
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Attend 2 training meetings (September and January) and participate in 1-2 hours of peer-to-peer observations
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Purchase Apprentice t-shirt ($30) and two 1-hour STAR Leadership workshops
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Attend all associated performances
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Enroll in and consistently attend at least one 2025-2026 Conservatory class
Sample Responsibilities
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Assist with attendance
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Demonstrate and participate in all class activities
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Assist with classroom management
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Opportunity to teach a sample lesson
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Work with your cooperating teacher(s) to bring a positive experience to every class
How to Apply for Fall 2027
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Fill out our online application (coming in June 2027)
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We typically received more applicants than positions available
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Applications are due August X and applicants will be notified via email by August X with final decisions.
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If needed, the application will reopen for a brief period in September to fill in any scheduling gaps.
