We continue to build upon our to support much needed arts education in schools where core-funding is not offered, as well as teacher training opportunities in arts integration. For 2024-25 we will be providing these services:

Acting Up!

Each year we develop lessons that integrate character education themes with California Arts Standards, through which our teaching artists offer weekly Theatre for Change sessions, focused on transformational learning at Bright Futures for Youth. Nevada County’s most vulnerable youth—those who have experienced unparalleled disadvantage—gain in resilience, confidence and communication skills both in and outside the classroom. Through Acting Up! we help prepare students for life and a happier future.

Artists in Schools

Through our work with local schools we provide year-round weekly visual arts lessons integrating California Arts Standards and Common Core academic curriculum for our lowest income students. Model arts lessons are collaboratively developed by classroom teachers and our own teaching artists.

For the 2024-25 academic year, Nevada County Arts Council is partnering with Penn Valley and Grass Valley School Districts, serving close to two thousand students from households experiencing poverty and food insecurity.

And, in the spirit of inclusivity, Nevada County Arts Council also makes available dozens of fabulously fun recorded lessons for teachers and students who are not yet part of our program. These are available for viewing here.

Professional Development and Arts Integration Training

As Nevada County Arts Council works with Nevada County Superintendent of Schools to implement its Strategic Plan for Arts Education, we are continuing to offer training for teachers, integrating California Arts Standards and Common Core curriculum, arts education workshops and online staff development events throughout Nevada County.