When districts make the decision to participate in Galaxy it opens the door for teachers and students to take advantage of services, programs and opportunities that districts alone could not easily provide. Especially in this time of education reform when the arts are being called upon as models for curriculum renewal, the services of Galaxy can supplement and support school efforts with professional expertise. A multiple-day visit by an artist offers enrichment for the entire school community. Residencies that are arranged with Galaxy generally receive some grant subsidy. Artists visit schools to introduce students to a variety of art forms and their significance in society.
Students also learn about artists as community professionals with particular areas of expertise.
The format is generally three 50-minute sessions with 1 or 2 classes in each session. Due to the short length of time participatory activities may be limited. This is a hands-on, interactive experience for the students and teachers. The format is generally two 75-minute sessions with 1 or 2 classes in each session. The time can be extended to 2 hours and 45 minutes in length with a selected group.