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<br /> Orange Co Arts Commission Application Narrative from North Carolina Arts in Action
<br /> NC Arts In Action Profile
<br /> North Carolina Arts in Action helps children reach their full potential using performing arts as the catalyst to build focus,
<br /> discipline, self-esteem,teamwork and leadership.
<br /> NC Arts in Action is an independent affiliate of the renowned National Dance Institute(NDI)in New York. Arts in
<br /> Action utilizes award-winning pedagogy to help children develop 21st century skills that carry over into all aspects of
<br /> their lives. This model, developed by internationally renowned dancer, choreographer, and NDI founder, Jacques
<br /> d'Amboise, captures children's innate love of movement. Students,who have never before been exposed to dance
<br /> instruction, learn that movement+music+ideas+teamwork can be made into a dance that tells a story. The high energy,
<br /> high expectations and dynamic exercises of NDI's curriculum develop a child's self-discipline, define a standard of
<br /> excellence, and facilitate the development of self-confidence through active movement, intellectual stimulation and
<br /> artistic expression. Since 2005,NC AIA has reached over 4,600 North Carolina students through direct instruction.
<br /> Many students who struggle in a traditional classroom setting gain dance knowledge, confidence and increased ability to
<br /> focus in the atmosphere of high expectations and mutual support created by NC AIA's highly trained instructors.NC AIA
<br /> residencies involve the entire school community, supported by classroom and specials teachers through collaboration,
<br /> curriculum tie-ins and enhancement of NC AIA activities with additional music and art projects that complete the year-
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<br /> AIA motivates children to believe in themselves,provides a professional environment with professional expectations and
<br /> the nurturing and encouragement to develop a personal standard of excellence.
<br /> Our program is active in one Orange County School—Rashkis Elementary,where it has just celebrated its 11th year of
<br /> performances. NC Arts in Action is committed to serving all children, and with a focus on underserved children in
<br /> Durham, Chatham, Orange,and Wake County Schools with high rates of students participating in the free and reduced
<br /> lunch program. These schools lack additional opportunities to engage children in activities beyond basic instruction.
<br /> Children in these schools are typically ESL students living in poverty stricken areas of our community,with varying
<br /> degrees of parental support and intervention. These children don't have the ability or resources to engage in out-of-school
<br /> activities and have a very limited world view. The participant population in the Arts in Action program at our partner
<br /> school is comprised of over 70%Hispanic and 20%African American students. Rashkis Elementary is a Title 1 School,
<br /> with a high percentage of students receiving free and reduced lunch.
<br /> NC Arts in Action Programs
<br /> Our In-School Program takes place during the school day and involves the entire fourth grade. Our in-school model is
<br /> important because it decimates participation barriers,which allows us to reach all children regardless of talent or ability.
<br /> Each classroom receives 50-60 minutes of instruction per session. Classes are taught by a Lead Teacher/Choreographer,
<br /> an Assistant and a Musician. One of the hallmarks of our programs is having live music for every class and performance.
<br /> All teaching artists are trained extensively in the teaching techniques of the National Dance Institute. Our in-school
<br /> programs run 16 to20 weeks, culminating in two large-scale productions for the entire school and greater community.
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