The district's Summer Academy of the Arts provided an opportunity to continue artistic development for over 200 district students this summer with a multifaceted program for grades four through 12. "In 16 days, students who had never touched an instrument before learned how to play," said Interim Director of the Arts Anne-Marie Hudley Simmons in her opening remarks to parents and guests who attended the culminating presentation in the high school auditorium.
The program, aptly named "A Palette of Creativity," gave students a forum in which to present the extent of their learning this summer. The two-hour show featured an art exhibit, original theatrical plays and performances from the band, orchestra, chorus and dance groups.
The Freeport Summer Academy of the Arts was sponsored by the 21st Century Community Learning Center's Literacy Through the Arts Program.
