Schools and Artists

• St. Joseph's Elementary in Chemainus
  with artist Ewa Sniatycka
• M.V. Beattie Elementary in Enderby
  with artist Cathy Stubington
• J.A. Laird Elementary in Invermere
  with artist Lynne Grillmair
• Lake Kathlyn Elementary in Smithers
  with artist Miriam Colvin
• Mamquam Elementary in Squamish
  with artist Andrea Klann
• George Pringle Elementary in West Kelowna
  with artist Paula Scott

Arts Integration

The video above gives you a glimpse into the Infusion Cohort Program.

Program Goals

• Establish a shared definition of Arts Integration in BC.
• Establish a network of schools committed to Arts Integration as an approach to teaching.
• Develop teachers' and artists' abilities to plan, lead and assess quality Arts Integration practices.
• Positively influence the way teachers teach and the way students learn.
• Facilitate teachers and students to meet provincially determined Prescribed Learning
• Outcomes in the arts and other subject areas.
• Make effective and regular use of artists and cultural resources in the community.

Program Offerings

• A fresh perspective on learning for both teachers and students.
• A flexible model to guide teachers and artists in setting goals and building links across disciplines together.
• Resources and discussions to support assessment of learning outcomes.
• An engaging, creative and inclusive approach to targeting the prescribed learning outcomes across subject areas.
• A way to make learning personalized and adaptable for all learners.
• A way to develop critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• An opportunity for teachers, artists and students to celebrate their learning and experiences.