STAND INC

At S.T.A.N.D., Inc., we believe every young person in Central Florida deserves the space to discover who they are and what they are capable of creating.

Through innovative programming, creative exploration, mentorship, and community, we help young people recognize their potential, develop their voices, and imagine new possibilities for their futures.

We are currently enrolling students for Arts Embassy Academy and looking forward to another year of young creatives becoming inspired, empowered, and equipped to bring their ideas to life.

Enrollment is OPEN at Arts Embassy Academy! 🎨🚀

We’re welcoming 6th–12th grade students ready to discover who they are, develop their gifts, and prepare for their future through academics, creativity, leadership, and real-world experiences.

📅 Application Deadline: August 28th�🏫 Classes Begin: September 8th

We build the whole person: THE LEADER | THE ARTIST | THE ENTREPRENEUR

Explore your pathway and apply today at www.theartsembassy.com

🎬 Day 2 & 3 on set!

Today we tackled three scenes, and while we learned a lot of lessons along the way, we also captured some incredible takes. 🎥✨

Filmmaking is all about patience, teamwork, problem-solving, and telling a great story. Every take gets us one step closer to premiere night, and we couldn’t be more proud of what these students are creating.

The best is still to come… 🍿🎬

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🎬 DAY 1 RECAP | CASI 2026

What an incredible way to kick off the week!
Today we:
* 🎥 Laid the foundation of film production.
* 📖 Completed our first full script read-through.
* 🎭 Held auditions and officially cast our film.
* 🎬 Prepared every department for production.
A special thank you to our amazing industry guest mentors, Kristen V. Carter (Screenwriter) and (Acting Coach), for sharing your expertise and investing in our students. Your guidance has been absolutely priceless.

To our incredible CASI faculty and production team, thank you for pouring your hearts into these students and making this experience so special.

And to ALL of our sponsors and supporters, thank you for believing in the next generation of storytellers. Because of your generosity, these students are receiving hands-on industry experience they will never forget... and they’re having an absolute blast! ❤️

Tomorrow, the cameras roll.

In just 5 days, our students will shoot, edit, score, and premiere an original short film.
CASI 2026: “Show Yourself” is already unforgettable. ✨🎬

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🎬 LAST CALL FOR C.A.S.I. 2026 🎬
This is it.

Registration has been extended, but June 12th is the final day to register and complete registration payments for C.A.S.I. 2026.

This summer, students in grades 6–12 will step into the world of filmmaking and storytelling and work together to create an original short film from concept to premiere.

🎥 Create a film. Tell your story.
✨ Build confidence. Collaborate. Go Beyond Imagination.

Need scholarship support? Simply indicate that within your registration packet.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of something unforgettable.

🗓 July 13–17, 2026
🔗 Register now: standinc.org/casi

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We did it!!! What a beautiful night. 🌸✨.

This year, we watched vision come to life. We watched our agents grow, collaborate, create, pitch ideas, and lead with courage and confidence, and it was truly special to witness.

At Arts Embassy Academy, our goal is to empower the whole person by building the leader, the artist, and the entrepreneur; and through this, we are watching the culture of a Creative Embassy be built one life at a time.

We want to sincerely thank all of our sponsors and supporters, especially Church on the Living Edge , for their partnership, generosity, the use of their facility, and for helping provide resources and support to our students throughout the year.

And of course, a huge congratulations to our graduating seniors, Danae and Jaden, along with every student who courageously shared their gifts, ideas, and creativity with the room.

Year One was just the beginning. 💛

See you Fall 2026.

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