Palmetto State Arts Education

ABC Certified Schools:
Mandy Epley, a Texas State University doctoral student is seeking perspectives of elementary and secondary principals who utilize arts integration on their campus as a form of school improvement. If you are interested in participating, please email Mandy at [email protected] BY SEPTEMBER 6.

All interview information and participants will remain confidential.

🚨 Heads up, friends! 🚨 Just a friendly reminder that the early bird rate for conference registration ends on August 25th! ⏳ Don't miss out on saving some cash—register now and secure the early bird rate before the deadline.

If you need assistance registering, need to ask questions about paying with a school/district PO, or you simply want to say how excited you are to join us at the Conference, reach out!! [email protected]

Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration -- Annual Arts Integration Conference

🎨 Exciting News! 🎨

We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new blog, Arts Chat: Weaving the Threads of Arts in Education! 🖌️🎭

Join us as we dive into the vibrant world of arts in education, exploring how creativity and learning intersect to shape brighter futures. From inspiring stories to practical tips, we're here to spark conversations and celebrate the power of the arts in schools and communities.

Our first blog post is from one of SC's finest arts integrationists (and Ray Doughty Arts Integration Awards Winner!), Melody Powell. In her blog, Melody outlines how to set up a classroom with the arts in mind. Like Melody says, Make Space for the Arts! Let us know in the comments how you're making space for the arts in your classrooms this year!

Find Melody's blog at www.palmettoartsed.org/artschat

As you're starting up the school year, make sure to register for Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration -- Annual Arts Integration Conference happening October 21-22! 🗓️

Earlybird Registration is now open and available! 🎟️ Don't miss your chance to join fellow educators, artists, and innovators for two days of transformative workshops, an inspiring keynote, and collaborative networking. Secure your spot today and be part of the movement to enrich education through the power of the arts!

www.palmettoartsed.org/registration

Want to know more about Arts Education Advocacy? Check out this webinar tomorrow at 2pm! Presented by Americans for the Arts and you'll see a familiar face on the panel representing SC -- SC Arts Alliance ED and PSAE Incoming Board Chair Jeff Robinson!

Join us there!

👥 Meet the speakers of our National Arts in Education Week Webinar! On August 15, 2024 at 2 PM ET our speakers will go over all the information you need to advocate and take action during National Arts in Education Week from September 9-13. This is the third in a series of advocacy webinars for 2024.

Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference! Register now to ensure you're equipped with all the tools and knowledge you need to champion arts in education. 🔗 Secure your spot and learn more: https://www.americansforthearts.org/advocacy-301-webinar-2024 🎨📚 | Arts Action Fund

Exciting news! The latest edition of our newsletter is here!
Check out news about conference registration (Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration -- Annual Arts Integration Conference is just around the corner, October 21-22!), premier of PSAE's new blog, ARTS CHAT, and a call for nominations for honoring awesome teachers and administrators. We've also included updates from our AWESOME partners across the state -- South Carolina Arts Commission, Arts Grow SC, South Carolina Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities, Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute, SC Arts Alliance, and ArtsNOW!

Whether you're looking for arts education PLO, inspiration from fellow teachers, or information from organizations across the state to start your school year off right, this edition has something for everyone. Don't miss out—check your inbox and start reading now!

Need to access the information a different way? Check out https://conta.cc/3YJCNai

Our friends at the South Carolina Arts Commission are offering an amazing professional learning opportunity specifically for Teaching Artists! Check out the information below:

The Teaching Artist’s Forum is a one-day, in-person professional learning conference for Teaching Artists presented by the SC Arts Commission and the USC School of Music. This interactive event will be held Saturday, September 7,2024 at the USC School of Music from 9 am to 4 pm.

The focus of this year’s forum is embracing change and best practices in teaching artistry. The one-day event will include Keynote speaker, Glenis Redmond, hands-on (arts discipline specific) break-out sessions facilitate by nationally recognized artists, networking luncheon, topical information sessions and more! We hope that it will be a valuable day to learn and be in community with fellow teaching artists from across South Carolina.

For more information and to register, visit https://www.southcarolinaarts.com/direct-programs/arts-learning/teaching-artist-forum/

Are you considering submitting a session proposal for our fall annual conference, Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration -- Annual Arts Integration Conference?

Just do it! Our Conference has a long tradition of teachers sharing their expertise with other teachers. It's how we make ourselves (and all of South Carolina) better!

Submit your proposals here: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/submit-a-proposal.html

Questions about submitting a proposal? Email us at [email protected] !!

This AWESOME group of educators just wrapped up the 2024 ARTS ASSESSMENT INSTITUTE last week in Spartanburg! They have now been minted "Assessment Snobs" and are taking away some great skills for use in arts classrooms across SC!!

Thanks to our amazing instructors, South Carolina Department of Education, and Converse University!!

REMINDER: PSAE Conference Proposals are due July 15!! Proposals can be submitted through this page: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/submit-a-proposal.html

We've gotten some really creative and innovative proposals so far, and we can't WAIT to see what else our educator friends have in mind!!

Who's got a great idea for an arts integration lesson??

Submit a Proposal

Interested in learning how other schools mange their arts programs? Join us on June 19 for a professional learning opportunity as we hear from 4 AMAZING arts programs from across the state! Check out who's joining us below.

This event is great for Lead Arts Teachers, District Arts Coordinators, Fine Arts Coordinators, Principals, and anyone else interested in picking up some tips and tricks from some of SC's brightest education stars! You'll also hear from our friend Roger Simpson (SCDE) as he answers all your burning questions about the Distinguished Arts Program Grant Awards!

RSVP is required: https://bit.ly/3yVJpHN
This event will be at the Orangeburg Fine Arts Center, Wednesday, June 19, 10am-2pm! It's a part of the Joint Arts Administrators Institute series of events and held in partnership with South Carolina Department of Education!

Arts Grow SC Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute

Check out our 2024 Rising Stars!! Yesterday's shows were AMAZING and our Rising Stars are going to be arts stars!!

Special thanks to our partner, Fox Music House, and all of our awesome donors!!

Rising Stars Piccolo Spoleto was created and hosted by the incredible arts education legend, Larry Barnfield.

Videos to come! Stay tuned so you can catch up on these great performances.

RISING STARS performances today! Tickets at the door. Don't miss these talented students!!

Before you head out for a 3 day weekend, add June 19 JAAI to your calendar! It's our last professional development session just for District Arts Coordinators and Principals of Arts-Focused Schools! This time, we're presenting information from real SC arts programs.

Need some tips on elevating your visual arts, dance, theater, or music departments and programs? Or curious about SCDE's Distinguished Arts Program Grants? Join us on June 19 in Orangeburg for a fun day of networking and professional learning.

RSVP here: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

Did you miss our AMA session on preparing a conference proposal for this year's annual arts integration conference, LOOKING AHEAD: SHAPING THE FUTURE OF ARTS INTEGRATION? Our Conference planning team has got your covered! Here are our top three tips for an awesome proposal!

Here's a great quote from a frequent conference presenter, Lori Patterson (Pine Street Elementary), "I highly encourage others to present at the PSAE Annual Conference. You DO know enough—share your knowledge with others!"

Submit your proposals here! https://www.palmettoartsed.org/submit-a-proposal.html

Check out this information from our friends at SC Arts Alliance for information on a national bill advocating for increased arts education!

REMINDER: We're hosting an info session on presenting at PSAE's Annual Arts Integration Conference TOMORROW at 4pm via Zoom. Join long-time presenters to hear some tips and tricks on how to be a successful presenter!

RSVP using this link: bit.ly/44CPbdb

Arts Grow SC

Hey friends!! PSAE is partnering with the SC Department of Education in offering lots of Arts Educator Professional Development! We still have seats for
- Arts Assessment Institute (June 10-14)
- Nature & Needs of the Artistically Gifted & Talented Learner (June 17-22)

Expand your teacher toolbox and join these AMAZING opportunities for a week's worth of instruction and 3 hours of graduate credit!!!

If interested, email Jenny today!! [email protected]

Interested in sharing an awesome arts integration lesson or sharing sharing successes in your teaching practice at PSAE's fall conference -- Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration? PSAE is hosting an information session for those curious about putting together a breakout session at our conference next TUESDAY, MAY 14, at 4pm on Zoom.

Find the RSVP link here: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/submit-a-proposal.html

Beyond Grateful. Those are the words that come to mind when I think about PSAE's board retreat on Saturday.

Small nonprofits like PSAE function best with awesome board members who just happen to be subject matter experts in our mission. Oh, and they are also amazing people.

Interested in hearing how other schools and districts offer artistically gifted & talented services for their students? Join us next Wednesday, May 1, to hear effective practices from several different districts! For more information and registration, visit https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

This FREE event will be held at the Hampton Inn I-26/Harbison Blvd Conference Room! This is a part of the Joint Arts Administrators Institute, offered in partnership with the SC Department of Education.

Thanks again to Marcia Neel for joining us last week in Greenville to discuss strategies for arts teacher retention and recruitment from around the country!!

If you're interested in more professional development opportunities for district arts coordinators and principals of arts focused schools, join us for the next JAAI event on May 1!! Check out our website: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

There's still time to RSVP! Don't miss this AMAZING event to learn about long and short term strategies for recruiting quality teachers for your arts programs!! Join us on Wednesday, April 17!! For more info: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

Two other upcoming JAAI events:
May 1 - Artistically Gifted and Talented Program Structures
June 19 - Elevating Arts Programs in Schools and Districts

Hello, friends! Our next FREE Joint Arts Administrators Institute event is right around the corner -- Join us on April 17 for an awesome event on arts teacher recruitment and retention led by national expert (who is FULL of amazing ideas) Marcia Neel!

Who is this event perfect for?
-District Arts Coordinators
-Anyone whose job includes arts programming responsibilities
-Principals of Arts-Focused Schools
-Principals of Schools who might want some good ideas on improving arts programming
-Lead Arts Teachers

This event is free and is hosted in collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Education. Join us at the beautiful Greenville Center for Creative Arts!! RSVP information is here: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

Are you interested in sharing your knowledge and expertise with fellow educators at PSAE's Annual Arts Integration Conference -- Looking Ahead: Shaping the Future of Arts Integration??

Look no further, we are now accepting Proposals for breakout sessions at the Conference. For more info: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/submit-a-proposal.html

We are looking for sessions in the following categories:
-Arts Integration
-Arts Education
-STEAM Education
-Arts Education Leadership
-Future Focused on Arts in Education

Start working on your Proposal today!!

Arts Grow SC
Arts in Basic Curriculum Institute

Hello, friends! Our next FREE Joint Arts Administrators Institute event is right around the corner -- Join us on April 17 for an awesome event on arts teacher recruitment and retention led by national expert (who is FULL of amazing ideas) Marcia Neel!

Who is this event perfect for?
-District Arts Coordinators
-Anyone whose job includes arts programming responsibilities
-Principals of Arts-Focused Schools
-Principals of Schools who might want some good ideas on improving arts programming
-Lead Arts Teachers

This event is free and is hosted in collaboration with the South Carolina Department of Education. Join us at the beautiful Greenville Center for Creative Arts!! RSVP information is here: https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html

Start your week with some happy news!! We are so happy to announce the dates and location for our fall conference on arts integration -- October 21-22 in beautiful Summerville!!

Calls for proposals and registration information will be available soon!!

Can't wait to gather all our friends for another amazing conference on the power of arts in the classroom!!

Arts Grow SC

We mean it 🍀

Our professional development series for district arts coordinators and principals of arts-focused schools kicked off with a bang yesterday with a deep dive discussion of artistically gifted and talented services and programs!! There are three more opportunities in this series with an event on teacher recruitment and retention in arts programs, a second deep dive on artistically g/t services, and a session on how to elevate arts programming in schools and districts! For more information and registration, visit https://www.palmettoartsed.org/joint-arts-administrators-institute.html