OMA at Cragin

Cynthia Miltenberger
Arts Integration Specialist

... received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance from the University of Arizona and her dance teaching credential from Arizona State University. She taught in Los Angeles for eighteen years as a dance specialist for the Los Angeles Unified School District, and two years with Los Angeles City College. Cynthia recently returned to her roots in Tucson and now works as an OMA Arts Integration Specialist (AIS). Cynthia created her own advancement through her arts integration initiative, which consists of her self-published book, "art moves" brand, workshop, and charity. In addition, she also holds a barre fitness teaching certificate and is working on her Pilates credential. Always a voice for the voiceless, she advocates for children and the creative arts. From dancing the phases of the moon, to exploring how engineering and dance come from the same place, she strives to empower her students by discovering their self-value and embodying their inner masterpiece.

We blend music, opera, dance, theatre and visual arts into your child's classroom learning.

We can’t wait for your child to learn and participate in the arts!

Research shows that students who participate in the arts develop strong critical thinking, problem-solving and academic skills.

Every child deserves a rich and engaging education, and OMA Gold is one of the ways our teachers make that possible.

Why OMA Works?

Arts integration curriculum at each grade level is determined by brain-based research, multi-intelligence learning and the neurological development of children.

Students learn rhythm to develop verbal communication and literacy skills.

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Through learning about opera, students build a connection between writing and music.

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Creative movement helps expand students’ vocabularies and develop critical thinking skills.

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Through weekly recorder performance/composition classes, students make progress with skills such as listening, processing visual information and coordinating movement.

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Students play a stringed instrument, which further develops the left brain/right brain intellect.

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Everything students have learned over the last five years comes together, with students gaining a better understanding of the arts through attending professional performances and connecting with community arts partners.

We are committed to providing educational experiences which:

foster creativity
build community
honor our humanity

Learn more about our programs & resources.

Fine & Performing Arts
520-225-4900
2025 E. Winsett St., Tucson, AZ 85719