SC School for the Deaf and Blind

District: SCSDB ABC School Since 2004

355 Cedar Springs Road, Spartanburg, SC

Community Composition

Grades: 9-12

Enrollment: 31

Teachers: 13

Student/Teacher Ratio: N/A

Mission & Vision

To ensure that the individuals we serve realize maximum success through high quality arts and arts integrated education programs, arts outreach service, and arts partnerships. We believe that:

  • Art is a form of expression that knows no disability.
  • The Arts are an essential part of a quality education.
  • Arts infused curriculum provides the opportunity to combine physical, intellectual, and emotional skills encompassing the multiple intelligences while encouraging diversity to achieve the most comprehensive education.
  • Integrating the Arts into every academic subject addresses the various learning styles of a diverse population of students ultimately adding a more profound understanding of the content.

Arts Goals

  • The fine arts program at SCSDB will be a critical part of the agency’s overall district plan and the updated Strategic Plan approved by SCSDB Board.
  • To provide adequate facilities and resources for instruction, events, and residencies.
  • To develop relationships with arts organizations and Higher Education organizations across SC for expanded student opportunities in the arts.

Points of Pride

  • We are leaders in accessibility in the arts while  constantly looking for innovative strategies to serve our students.
  • The students take ownership of their education in the arts through engaging and connecting opportunities.
  • SCSDB has a multitude of partners across the state and nation to fulfill our mission of delivering a comprehensive and sequential arts education to our students.

Key Contact

Peter Kosko Ocampo

Principal

pkoskoocampo@scsdb.org