Arts Mission, Vision, & Goals

Arts Mission

Preparing dedicated students for 21st-century careers through rigorous, pre-professional arts training in a dynamic, inclusive, collaborative learning community.

Arts Vision

The Fine Arts Center commits to the continual growth of our students by providing unique, unparalleled opportunities to:

• Advance within their disciplines and across other disciplines to create progressive learning experiences
• Practice their craft in contemporary facilities that meet or exceed industry standards
• Extend themselves through challenging curriculum delivered by practicing artist-teachers who are experts in their field
• Enhance their educational experience by engaging with nationally and internationally recognized visiting artists
• Transform themselves into confident artists and compassionate citizens

Arts Goals

1. Professional Learning
2. Curriculum, Instruction, Assessment
3. Programming
4. Facilities
5. Community Impact

Points of Pride

• South Carolina’s first public arts high school; tuition-free pre-professional education provided by a faculty of teaching artists.
• FAC seniors annually receive over 10 million dollars in scholarship offers; we value teachability and tenacity over talent.
• Named an Arts Schools Network Exemplary School
• New summer arts program for students from title one schools, funded by a large grant from Greenville women’s giving
• 3 students have earned perfect scored in AP studio arts and ap theory since 2021