The Idaho Commission on the Arts has partnered with venues across the state to present ArtsGrowLearning, a touring presentation showcasing student visual art, dance, creative writing/storytelling and media arts. Teachers from Idaho schools worked with ICA teaching artists to develop ways to meet content standards by including the arts as valuable partners in learning.

August 1-31, 2018
Lewiston City Library
411 D St, Lewiston, ID 83501
(208) 798-2525

September 4-30, 2018
Emmett Library
275 S Hayes Ave
Emmett, ID 83617

October 10-30, 2018
ISU College of Education lobby
1550 Terry St., Pocatello, ID

November 5–30, 2018
Idaho Falls Public Library
457 W Broadway St, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

INFO: ruth.piispanen@arts.idaho.gov, (208) 488-7508

ArtsPowered Schools fosters dynamic and meaningful collaboration between classroom teachers and artists that culminate in artist residencies in schools across Idaho. This presentation highlights the depth and relevance of arts learning for students and teachers, and celebrates the creative energy and expertise of Idaho’s artists. Professionally presented visual artworks, interpretive text, photographs and video vividly tell the story of ArtsPowered Schools residencies during the 2016-2017 school year.

The Idaho Commission on the Arts is the official state agency for the support and development of the arts in Idaho. The Commission promotes excellence, education in the arts, access to the arts, and community investment in the arts. Its professional staff administers and develops the programs and services of the agency, assists grant applicants, and provides technical assistance.

IDAHO COMMISSION ON THE ARTS

PO Box 83720, Boise, Idaho 83720 // (208) 334-2119 // www.arts.idaho.gov