Arts, etc.-Sponsored Programs 2024-2025:
ArtsNOW
- Teacher development for Angel Oak ES so that teachers can deliver arts-based curriculum
Chamber Music Charleston
- Classical Kids concerts titled “Dream Drum Girl”, celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month for the three elementary schools
- String Residency Program at Haut Gap MS
- Collaboration with Charleston Stage on “Of Mice and Mozart”
Charleston Gaillard Center
- Performances at the Charleston Gaillard Center of its 2024-2025 Education Season for Angel Oak ES, Frierson ES, Mt. Zion ES, Haut Gap MS, and St. John’s HS accompanied by pre and post performance workshops
Charleston Jazz
- Weekly Melodica lessons at Angel Oak ES
- Jazz Combo classes at Haut Gap MS and St. John’s HS
- Charleston Jazz Express concerts at Angel Oak ES, Haut Gap MS, and St. John’s HS
Charleston Stage
- Performances of “A Year with Frog and Toad” at Dock Street Theatre for Angel Oak, Frierson, and Mt. Zion ES accompanied by pre and post performance workshops
- Collaboration with Chamber Music Charleston on “Of Mice and Mozart,” a 30-minute musical performed by Mt. Zion ES students
Charleston Symphony Youth Orchestra
- Trip to New York City for 54 students in Charleston and neighboring areas to perform at Carnegie Hall
College of Charleston School of the Arts Children’s Opera
- Performances of “Goldie B. Locks and the Three Singing Bears” at the three elementary schools
Engaging Creative Minds
- Masterclass for Mt. Zion ES
Gibbes Museum of Art
- Open House Night for Angel Oak ES
Palmetto City Ballet
- “Creating a Ballet” assembly program for the three elementary schools
PURE Theater
- After-school theatre programs at Haut Gap MS and St. John’s HS
Yo Art!
- Digital Photography class at Mt. Zion ES
- Coding/Programming class at Haut Gap MS
- Filmmaking/Videography class at St. John’s HS
Other Funding
- Dance Moves – Hip Hop Masterclass for Haut Gap MS