The ABC Institute provides leadership to achieve quality, comprehensive arts education to all students in SC. This forum provides a platform for open dialogue between K-12 and higher education policy makers and leaders about national and state initiatives, legislation and policies to ensure arts education in SC prospers.

Guest Speakers include:

• Molly Spearman, State Superintendent of Schools
• Jane Turner, Director, Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention and Advancement
• Dr. Tracy West, Dean of Education, Columbia College and Co-Director, Alternative Pathways for Educator Certification Center

With addresses from:

• Jeff Bellantoni, Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop University
• Dr. John Lane, Director of Academic Affairs, SC Commission on Higher Education
• Ken May, Executive Director, South Carolina Arts Commission

Additional info:

The event is free and lunch is provided. However registration deadline is January 18, 2019.