The arts engage students at multiple levels, make learning more interesting, and facilitate the absorption of new information. Therefore, The Arts Partnership believes strongly in promoting education in and through the arts for all ages. We provide many opportunities throughout the year for people of all ages to demonstrate their skills and deepen their knowledge and understanding of the arts.
Arts in Education Steering Committee
An advisory committee of teachers, school administrators, artists, arts organization representatives, parents, business people and other interested community members that reviews information from completed programs to ensure effectiveness and provides input on the planning for future programs and services . This committee meets quarterly during the school year.
Youth in Arts Committee
A group of students who share common interests in the arts. This student organized group helps to plan, assist, and implement our education programs. This committee meets quarterly.
Professional Development Workshops
The Arts Partnership, Findlay City Schools, Hancock County Schools and The University of Findlay are members of the Partners in Education program of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Selected because of their demonstrated commitment to the improvement of education in and through the arts, the partnership team participates in nationally recognized collaborative efforts to make the arts integral to education. Through this program, professional development opportunities are offered to educators and pre-service educators to promote arts-infused learning in the classroom.
Youtheatre
As coordinator of Youtheatre, The Arts Partnership is proud to carry on the tradition of providing opportunities for youth to experience all aspects of theatre while cultivating respect, self-worth, and teamwork skills. Most importantly, Youtheatre is a great opportunity for kids to make new friends and have loads of fun!
School Day Performances
Performances are available to schools and homeschools throughout the year. Annually, over 6,000 students are exposed to quality age-appropriate theatre experiences through this program. 2011-12 performances include: The Blanks, Charlotte’s Web, Are you My Mother?
