Sangaree Elementary is one of two district elementary schools receiving an ArtsNOW Advancement grant worth $44,000 to bring some arts-integrated lessons to the school.
ArtsNOW is a grant program provided by the South Carolina Arts Commission (or SCAC). It delivers customized professional learning and support through integrated learning methods. By emphasizing the arts in education, ArtsNOW provides an engaging learning environment that promotes teacher confidence and improves student engagement.
The ArtsNOW grant runs on a three-year cycle and supports identified ArtsNOW Partner Schools by providing resources for schools through arts integration and innovative best practices. It provides whole-school professional learning and demonstration lessons in arts integration, ongoing school support, curriculum mapping, and arts integration planning support.
Sangaree Elementary Principal Michael Huff said his schools is equally excited to see the impact the partnership has on the students and teachers.
Sangaree Elementary Principal Michael Huff said his schools is equally excited to see the impact the partnership has on the students and teachers.
“This grant is such an exciting opportunity for our teachers and staff at Sangaree Elementary,” he said. “Our teachers are already doing so many great things each day to engage students and create meaningful learning experiences, and this partnership gives us another tool to build on that work. We know how much students can benefit when the arts are intentionally woven into their learning, and we’re excited to find new and creative ways to bring those experiences into our classrooms.”
This is part of a larger story about the grant; to read more click HERE.