The mission of Connecticut Academy For The Arts (CAFTA) is to unlock the genius that lies within, one student at a time. This is accomplished by providing a unique and inspirational environment which is specifically designed to heighten the awareness and appreciation of the visual arts. Within this environment to offer classes, programs, workshops, lectures, seminars, internships, films, art exhibitions and special events that foster a high level of understanding of the principles of art, design and filmmaking. CAFTA aims to achieve international standards of excellence in both the education of K-12 students in their preparation for undergraduate admissions and studies, and the continuing education of adult artists, designers and related practitioners. CAFTA aims to achieve these goals through the quality of it's teaching, research and practices and through it's relationships with institutions, industries and technologies associated within the disciplines of art and design. CAFTA is unique in that it continues to mentor students as they transition to productive professionals.CAFTA'S MISSION:The mission of Connecticut Academy For The Arts (CAFTA) is to unlock the genius that lies within, one student at a time. is accomplished by providing a unique and inspirational environment which is specifically designed to heighten the awareness and appreciation of the visual arts. Within this environment to offer classes, programs, workshops, lectures, seminars, internships, films, art exhibitions and special events that foster a high level of understanding of the principles of art, design and filmmaking. CAFTA aims to achieve international standards of excellence in both the education of K-12 students in their preparation for undergraduate admissions and studies, and the continuing education of adult artists, designers and related practitioners. CAFTA aims to achieve these goals through the quality of it's teaching, research and practices and through it's relationships with institutions, industries and technologies associated within the disciplines of art and design. CAFTA is unique in that it continues to mentor students as they transition to productive professionals and remains an accessible resource in helping them learn to manufacture and market their products and services.While geographically located in Downtown Torrington, CT, CAFTA serves not only 21 Towns in Northwest Connecticut, but is also outreaches to other cities and towns throughout Connecticut and beyond. CAFTA's students come from as far as Hartford, New Haven, Walpole Massachusetts, New York City and beyond. CAFTA's Friday International Film Forum attracts students from the tri-state area as well as many international travelers and visitors from abroad. Thanks to new technology, CAFTA's filmmaking students' films and other production videos have the potential to reach audiences worldwide.