14–16Oct
College Fair & Showcase
DASOTA PTSA will call for volunteers soon. Cinematic Arts wants a strong showing — be ready to jump in.
Volunteers needed
BoostersDA Cinematic Arts
BoostersCinematic Arts Boosters supports the students, equipment, and productions of the DA Cinematic Arts program — from senior capstones to the 72-Hour Film Festival.
DASOTA PTSA will call for volunteers soon. Cinematic Arts wants a strong showing — be ready to jump in.
Volunteers neededOur biggest event of the year. Grab your tickets, and pre-order the official festival tee.
The official 2026 72-Hour Film Festival tee, designed by Ben Stone.
Every purchase of our 72-Hour Film Festival T-Shirt helps keep the lights on and the cameras rolling for Douglas Anderson’s young filmmakers. When you shop here, you’re investing directly in getting students’ stories on screen and supporting a DA digital art designer.
Pre-orders open now on Zeffy
Enrichment Fees cover the costs the school district doesn't — the tools, materials, equipment, and experiences our students need for high-quality training in the cinematic arts.
Fees can be broken out across the year as needed. Our goal is 100% participation.
Prefer paper? Scan the code on the Enrichment Fee flyer sent home, or use the Zeffy link — both go to the same place.
Want to give beyond the suggested fee? Use our general donation page to invest in the next generation of DA filmmakers.
None of these are applications — email us and we'll talk through what each one actually takes and help you find your fit.
Email the BoostersBecome a DCPS Volunteer or check your status: Level II status is required to chaperone any field trips, and Level I status is required to volunteer in school.
Check volunteer statusOwn a business, or know someone who does? Every Join Our Crew partnership — cash or in-kind — puts your name in the credits and keeps DA Cinematic Arts students behind the camera. Right now we're specifically hoping to connect with:
In-kind partner? Businesses that would rather donate goods, services, equipment, catering, or supplies in lieu of a cash contribution receive all the benefits of the equivalent cash tier. Great for restaurants, print shops, camera/electronics stores, and local venues.
We're building relationships with colleges and film schools for the College Fair and student talks. If you have connections at a film school or media program, send them our way — we'd love to make an introduction.
