Arts in Education Program Mission

The Arts in Education (AiE) Program is designed to promote, strengthen, and enhance the arts and arts education in Worcester County schools and other community settings. To accomplish its mission, the AiE Program:

  • Identifies and provides access to educational arts resources available outside the school system.

  • Offers financial and technical support for arts education programs in schools and community settings for the benefit of youth, adults, teachers, and communities.

  • Assists in the professional development of Teaching Artists.

  • Stimulates support for integrating the arts as a vital and effective element in the curriculum.

Arts in Education Grant: Fund Use

Grant Funds May Be Used For:

Expenses directly associated with the proposed eligible arts education engagements, including but not limited to:

  • artist payment/stipends

  • field trip admission costs

  • consultant fees

  • honoraria

  • contractual services

  • transportation

  • disposable art materials

For more information about this program and how to apply, please contact Anna Mullis, Executive Director: anna@worcestercountyartscouncil.org

Arts in Education Grant Guidelines and Application

Arts in Education Grant Guidelines

Arts in Education Grant Application

ARTS IN EDUCATION APPLICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED AT LEAST 45 DAYS BEFORE THE SCHEDULED PROGRAM

RECENT ARTS IN EDUCATION EVENTS


Worcester County Public Schools Art and Music Faculty Professional Development Workshop Led by Devin Walker, Music & Teaching Artist

BERLIN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL

Production of “Winnie the Pooh, KIDS”

Buckingham Elementary School - Workshop/Residency

Kevin Marin, Rockcreek Steel Pans - 3 half day classes for 2nd grade culminating in a performance for parents.

Showell Elementary School

Author/Illustrator Nez Riaz - talked on being an author and illustrator of children’s books.