MARS- Modern Arts & Rap Society

MARS- Modern Arts & Rap Society is a dynamic, immersive arts experience designed for elementary and middle school students across Georgia. Rooted in urban relevance, cultural expression, and creative excellence, MARS blends modern arts education with classroom-tested instructional practices to support both artistic growth and personal development.

Built around confidence-building, environmental awareness, and technical artistic skill, the MARS Summer Arts Lab provides young artists with a safe, inspiring space to explore movement, rhythm, spoken word, visual art, and self-expression. Through project-based learning and collaborative creation, students are encouraged to find their voice, refine their craft, and connect creativity to real-world impact.

Our mission is simple yet powerful: to unlock young artists by giving them the tools, culture, and confidence they need to thrive creatively, academically, and socially.

Students participating in MARS learn how to:

• Build confidence and creative identity

• Strengthen focus, discipline, and artistic technique

• Express thoughts and emotions through modern art forms

• Apply artistic skills through meaningful, real-world projects

Helping Georgia’s Children Create, Express, & Connect

Why It Matters

Nearly 1 in 4 Georgia children faces mental, emotional, or behavioral challenges, yet many go without support. After school, nearly 300,000 children are left unsupervised a critical time when safe, engaging programs can make a real difference. MARS provides a creative, structured space where students build confidence, express themselves through the arts, and strengthen social-emotional skills while staying connected and supported.

Each month, parents and caregivers are invited to Family Engagement events, where they learn PM+ strategies (Problem Management Plus). These practical tools—problem-solving, stress management, and positive reinforcement—help families reinforce SEL skills at home, strengthening resilience and communication across generations.

The Impact

• Reduces symptoms of anxiety and depression by up to 30%

• Decreases absenteeism by 20–25%

• Boosts self-esteem, communication, and school readiness

• Builds community pride by connecting families, schools, and local organizations

It Takes A Village to Raise a Child

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Agape Life?

Agape Life Prevention Center is a Georgia-based nonprofit organization that promotes children's emotional well-being through love, self-esteem, and dance, inspired by 1 Corinthians 13:4–7.

Who do you serve?

We serve children, especially in underserved urban communities, promoting hope, resilience, and self-worth.

How do you address mental health?

We combine evidence-based SEL practices with trauma-informed creative arts programming to combat the youth mental health crisis.

What is SEL?

Social-emotional learning (SEL) builds crucial skills for emotional awareness, resilience, and interpersonal relationships in children.

How can I bring Agape Life programs to my school, church, or community organization?

We love partnering with schools, churches, and community groups to expand access to our Feelings in Motion and Dance for Wellness programs. If you’re interested in hosting Agape Life, simply contact us to start the conversation. We’ll work with you to understand your community’s needs, discuss space and scheduling, and outline how our team can deliver trauma-informed, evidence-based programming onsite. Together, we can create safe, engaging environments where children and families thrive.

How can families participate?

Families can engage through our programs, supporting their children's emotional growth and well-being in a nurturing environment.