Arts in Basic Curriculum (ABC)

ABC Project Definitions

Arts Centered:
The arts are used as a focal point for the identity and image of a school. An arts-centered school stresses competencies in all the arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing) and ensures that the arts are aligned with the general education core of the school. The arts are a hub of the main activities within a school and provide in-depth exposure of the arts for all students.
 
Arts Integrated:
The arts are incorporated into the general education curriculum and are used to enhance the understanding of areas of study outside of the arts disciplines themselves, as well as in-depth learning in the arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing).
 
Arts Infused:
The arts enhance the education of every student and improve the general curriculum as well as in-depth learning in the arts (dance, music, theatre, visual arts, and creative writing).  An arts-infused school disseminates and permeates the arts into the traditions and experiences that are at the core of every program within the school. Arts and non-arts disciplines mutually support and enhance each other through constant planning and collaboration. 

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Who can answer my questions about this Public School Choice program?

Scot Hockman, Education Associate
South Carolina Department of Education
803-734-0323
shockman@ed.sc.gov