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East Aiken School of the Arts
District: Aiken ABC School Since 2006
Address: 223 Old Wagener Road, Aiken, SC
Community Composition
- Grades:
- PK-5
- Enrollment:
- 534
- Teachers:
- 35
- Student/Teacher Ratio:
- 19.8:1
Arts Integration
Mission & Vision
Our vision for East Aiken School of the Arts is to strive for academic excellence through the arts. Our mission at East Aiken School of the Arts is to:
- Accommodate differences
- Reveal a passion for learning
- Teach appreciation
- Stimulate creativity
Arts Goals
- Establish quality professional development opportunities to improve student achievement in the arts significantly through curriculum, instruction, and assessment based on the 2017 SCCCRSVPAP (SC College & Career Ready Standards for Visual and Performing Arts Proficiency) for each academic school year.
- Implement a quality arts program in order to meet all 2017 SCCCRSVPAP.
- Effectively manage fine arts programs in order to promote growth and sustainability for increased student achievement.
- Maintain and upgrade performance facility and materials to improve student achievement in the arts based on the 2017 SCCCRSVPAP.
Points of Pride
- Academic Excellence Through the Arts: East Aiken earned an Excellent state report card rating, along with an Excellent growth rating, reflecting strong student progress and arts-integrated instruction.
- Arts Opportunities for Every Child: Every student receives weekly instruction in music, theatre, visual art, and dance, supporting confidence, creativity, collaboration, and problem solving.
- A Certified Arts in Basic Curriculum School: As an ABC School since 2006, East Aiken is committed to “Striving for Academic Excellence through the Arts” and making the arts an integral part of learning.
- Performances That Build Character and Community: Students shine through schoolwide performances, character assemblies, musicals, and community events that allow them to share their talents with families and the greater Aiken community.
- Advanced Arts Pathways: Students who demonstrate strong interest and skill can grow through after-school advanced arts classes, clubs, and expanded arts opportunities.
- Family and Community Engagement: East Aiken celebrates student learning through family arts experiences, STEAM events, art displays, and community showcases that help families see how the arts deepen understanding across all subjects.