CETA: Programs Partner Schools
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The Kennedy Center partners with 11 schools that have committed to a whole school focus on arts integration. Over 300 teachers participate in ongoing, sustained professional learning to build their capacity to integrate the arts throughout the curriculum.
Key Features of the CETA Program for Partner Schools
- Ongoing, Multi-Year Commitment
- Multiple Formats of Professional Learning
- Focus on both Classroom Teachers and Arts Specialists
- Arts-Integrated Instruction
- Program Improvement and Sustainability
- Program Impact: Research and Evaluation
Schools participate at one of the following two levels:
Affiliate CETA Schools
This is the entry point for schools as they begin the process of becoming an arts integration school. Affiliate CETA Schools develop a vision and long-range plan for arts integration at their school, select from various introductory and in-depth professional learning options, and receive technical assistance from more experienced schools and the Kennedy Center.
List of CETA Affiliate Schools
Washington, DC metropolitan area schools may apply to become Kennedy Center Affiliate CETA schools if they commit to a multi-year collaboration during which the principal and teams of teachers (both classroom teachers and arts specialists) participate in ongoing professional learning. Teachers design their own programs by selecting from a variety of options, including participatory workshops, in-depth courses, study groups, and demonstration teaching.
Apply to become an Affiliate CETA School (for schools in DC metro area)
Model CETA Schools
Model CETA Schools engage in the same long-range planning process as the Affiliate CETA schools. They also have access to an increased number of professional learning resources and host site visits for interested school districts and arts organizations from across the country.
Schools participate at the Affiliate CETA School level before applying to become a Model CETA School.
