Latest News
Video from the 2010 Summer Institute
Posted Sep 1, 12:37 PM
If you missed this summer’s “Bringing Heritage Home” or you would simply like to relive some of the experiences, now is your chance.
National Arts in Education Week
Posted Aug 26, 01:53 PM
On July 26, the U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution designating the second week of September as “Arts in Education Week.” The resolution (H.Con.Res. 275) was proposed and introduced by Rep. Jackie Speier from California.
How Does Arts Infusion Aid in Achievement?
Posted Jun 23, 12:38 PM
Nora Davis teacher conducts action research providing important data concerning the correlation between student achievement and objective taught with the benefit of arts infusion in her classes.
2nd Annual Cultural Arts Fair celebrating Africa
Posted May 27, 01:06 PM
On May the 14th, Sacred Heart School in Hattiesburg held their 2nd Annual Cultural Arts Fair celebrating Africa.
Nora's Ark!
Posted May 21, 12:34 PM
Nora Davis Magnet School a model Whole School in Laurel recently presented “Nora’s Ark”! This production is an orginal Jazz Drama by composer, Eli Yamin.
Artists in the Heart of the Grove
Posted Mar 9, 04:03 PM
The past month Oak Grove Primary in Hattiesburg was visited by two artists teaching students science, math, and reading through art.
What we do:
The Whole Schools Initiative, Mississippi’s first comprehensive statewide arts education program, uses the arts as a vehicle for promoting high-quality instruction and learning for students in all disciplines. This unique program goes far beyond “art for art’s sake” and applies the learning power of the arts across the entire curriculum.
Our 5 goals:
- To improve student academic achievement through the integration of the arts into the basic curriculum.
- To enrich the lives of students by increasing their skills and knowledge in all arts disciplines.
- To assist the professional and personal growth of teachers and administrators through arts experiences.
- To use the arts to increase parental and community involvement in schools.
- To assist schools in building a sustainable system for supporting arts integration and arts infusion.
Would you like to work with the Whole Schools Initiative?
Here’s what we need:
- Current resume
- References
- Thumbnail photo (JPG/300 dpi)
- Bio (200 words)
- An essay explaining why you’d like to work with WSI schools and what you have to offer
A flexible schedule, ability to travel and WSI training required
Send information electronically to jholifield@arts.state.ms.us
Judi Holifield, Director
Proposals received after 3/31/10 will be considered for fy 2011 retreats, conferences and workshops!
