ARTS ALIVE Mission Statement

Arts Learning For All

GOALS

1.      To provide a statewide venue showcasing the “best of the best” in fine arts achievement in an appropriate setting/facility renowned for fine arts performances and exhibitions. The showcase setting will facilitate an audience of educators, policy makers, leaders, advocates, philanthropists, parents, family members and students.

2.      To support developing and emerging fine arts programs in West Virginia’s public schools.

3.      To inspire local initiatives to connect fine arts experiences for all pre-school and kindergarten through 12th grade students to 21st Century Learning Goals.

4.      To empower the greater WV learning community as stakeholders in an arts-based learning experience, development and celebration.

 

How the Artworks and Performing Arts Presentations Were Chosen

The artworks displayed at this event were chosen by judges established by the West Virginia Art Education Association.

The featured music selections were based on recommendations made by judges of the West Virginia Music Educators Association Regional Solo and Ensemble Festivals for this school year.  Other music groups were included at the Arts Alive project manager’s invitation or through a variety of other existing contests and adjudications across the state.

The featured theatre selection was chosen by judges established by the West Virginia Thespians, an educational theatre association organization. 

The featured dance selection was chosen by conferring with the leadership of the West Virginia Secondary Dance Alliance.