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Creative Journeys & Community Highlights


Newsletter - January 2025
Kick off 2025 with OCCTAC! Celebrate student achievements, exciting partnerships, summer theatre camp, record-breaking Giving Tuesday results, and our 25th Anniversary plans.


Newsletter - October 2024
October Edition | OCCTAC Quarterly Newsletter


Recognizing and Responding to Opioid Overdoses: A Comprehensive Guide for Prevention and Harm Reduction
Learn the signs of an opioid overdose, how to respond, the protections offered by Good Samaritan Laws, and additional resources.


OCCTAC Suggestion Box
Your suggestions are important to us as we strive to improve our programs and services. Please take a moment to share your ideas.


Introducing SUN Bucks: Summer Food Assistance Program with $120 per Child
SUN Bucks provides food benefits
to families with eligible school-aged
children during the summer. (Spanish Translation Included)


Join the OCCTAC Parent Committee!
Join the OCCTAC Parent Committee and make a meaningful impact! (Spanish Translation Included)


The Preparatory Arts Academy Introduces New 11-Month School Calendar
Prep Arts Academy announces a major change to its 2024-2025 academic calendar. (Spanish Translation Included)


Newsletter - June 2024
June Edition | OCCTAC Quarterly Newsletter


Jenn Klein's Podcast Interview with Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami
Tune in to an inspiring episode of Jenn Klein's podcast, featuring Dr. Ana Jimenez-Hami, Founder and Executive Director of OCCTAC.


Meet OCCTAC’s House Band: A Symphony of Talent and Passion
OCCTAC is proud to introduce our exceptional House Band, a group of talented and passionate young musicians.


Newsletter - April 2024
Welcome to the latest edition of our quarterly newsletter! We are excited to share with you the latest happenings and updates.


OCCTAC Launches First Community Health Outreach Project in Collaboration with West Anaheim Medical Center
Santa Ana, CA – April 2, 2024 – Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) proudly announces the initiation of its first...


OCCTAC Partners with NorthSTAR to Drive Entrepreneurship and Economic Mobility in Orange County
Santa Ana, CA – March 3, 2024 – Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) proudly announces its collaboration with...


File Your Taxes: Put Money Back in Your Pocket Today!
Workers, families, and ITIN holders, can qualify for tax credits that add up to thousands of dollars. (Spanish Translation Included)


Unraveling the Essentials of ITIN
Learn about the benefits of the Individual Taxpayer Identification Number. (Spanish Translation Included)


BLOOM 24: Where Music, Dance and Art Come to Life – A Celebration of Diversity and Creativity in the Heart of Santa Ana!
BLOOM 24: Where Music, Dance, and Art Come to Life – A Celebration of Diversity and Creativity in the Heart of Santa Ana!


Social Butterflies' Holiday Wish List Program 2023: A Heartwarming Success
Santa Ana, CA – 12/22/2023 – The Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) is thrilled to share the heartening success of...


Newsletter - December 2023
Overflowing with Gratitude: OCCTAC's 2023 Year-End Newsletter


Newsletter - September 2023
Stay connected and informed about our programs, events, and community initiatives.


OCCTAC Launches Exciting New Website to Enhance User Experience and Accessibility
Santa Ana, CA – 9/28/2023 – Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) is thrilled to announce the launch of its brand-new...


OCCTAC and OCPSC Join Forces for a Safer, Sustainable Future!
We're excited to share a powerful partnership between OCCTAC and the Office of Community Partnerships and Strategic Communications (OCPSC).


Newsletter - June 2023
Discover the transformative power of arts education and therapeutic arts in our new OCCTAC overview video...


Jeffrey Vargas and Alex Mateo
SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES PLAY AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN THE LIVES OF ALL PEOPLE, including children and adults with developmental...


Newsletter - April 2023
The annual Prep Arts Academy Production, Bloom23, was a huge success! Hosted at the iconic First Presbyterian Church Santa Ana...
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