Whitewater Valley Elementary welcomes our 2005-2006 Artist in Residence
Get Hep Swing, Ltd.
This dance company will be working with us during March and April.
Click the link below to learn more about their company and their programs
What is the Artist in Residence Program?
This will be our 12th
residency in 12 years. Past art disciplines have included traditional arts,
theater, dance, music, visual arts, and design arts. This year, Get
Hep Swing will focus on swing dancing in all of
its forms.
This year's residency dates will be March 13 – 22 and April 26-27 (subject
to minor changes).
The residency is partially funded through our school receiving a state grant
from the Ohio Arts Council, awarded through a competitive process. The OAC
grant covers half of the artist's salary while he's here. The WVE PTA covers
the other half plus any materials needed. Thank you PTA!
All 6th graders will participate in core group activities this year. All
other students will work with Get Hep Swing
during their music and/or gym class times. Students will learn about the
history of the urban folk dances while learning them.
Studies have shown that students who participate in arts activities
outperform their non-arts peers on standardized tests like the SAT, as well
as have more self-confidence, better communication skills, and improved
social interactions.
The Ohio Arts Council's mission is to build
We are fortunate to have a thriving Artist in Residence Program here at WVE!