FAC Weekly Update
Happy Thanksgiving!
Good Afternoon, FAC Family
On behalf of the Faculty and Staff of the Fine Arts Center, I would like to express our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to work with our students at this very special school, in this very special community. We are thankful to be able to mentor the next generation of creative minds, guiding them towards their artistic potential. We wish you and yours a very healthy and Happy Thanksgiving!
Here’s the latest from the halls of the FAC…
This Week's Student Leadership Lesson
LEADING WITH GRATITUDE
Always make your gratitude greater than your success.
- What we appreciate, appreciates.
- What we depreciate, depreciates.
- Those who add to us, draw us to them.
- Those who subtract, cause us to withdraw.
Gratitude, by its very nature, automatically works to eliminate three mental characteristics that most undermine individual success in an interactive world.
- Isolation
- Egotism
- Arrogance
Quotable Quotes
- "A proud man is seldom a grateful man, for he never thinks he gets what he deserves." - Henry Ward Beecher
- "The more you complain, the less you obtain." - Unknown
- "If you learn to appreciate more of what you already have, you'll find yourself having more to appreciate." - Michael Angier
Dr. John C. Maxwell, The Maxwell Leadership Podcast
2022 Greer Giving Thanks Student Art Show
Congratulations to the following FAC Visual Arts students for earning awards in the 2022 Greer Giving Thanks Student Art Show!
1st Place 2D Art - Yadhira Antonio-Martinez
2nd Place 2D Art -Evie Driggs
3rd Place 2D Art - Donovan Hawthorne
1st Place Mixed Media - Rebecca Bouvier
2nd Place Mixed Media -Amara ListarUpcoming FAC Events
COLLEGE CORNER
Scholarship Opportunities for FAC Seniors
Schoolinks
Students may log on to https://www.schoolinks.com/ to access a comprehensive scholarship list. Click on “Finances” and “Scholarship Matching.”
Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative
The Andrew Lloyd Webber Initiative University Scholarships provide resources and support to high school seniors from populations historically underrepresented in the theatre industry who demonstrate exceptional talent and economic need but have a lack of financial resources to attend college to study theatre. Students can apply for a scholarship to study ANY aspect of theatre from stage management to arts administration, design to performance, and many more. Up to $10,000 renewable for four years. https://alwinitiative.secure-platform.com/a/page/UniversityScholarships Deadline: November 2022
Horatio Alger Association—seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength in character, critical financial need ($50,000 or less adjusted gross income per family), good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education and a desire to contribute to society. www.horatioalger.org/scholarships Opens: December 1, 2022
PSSCA Scholarship
The Palmetto State School Counselor Association awards multiple scholarships to high school seniors of up to $1,000.00. This is a non-renewable scholarship to assist with post-secondary education costs. Students must be a high school senior, must be a permanent resident of the state of South Carolina, and must plan to attend a post-secondary institution during the 2022-2023 school year. https://www.psschoolcounselor.org/News/12958698 Deadline: December 2, 2022
Fellowships for up to 200 high school seniors who have exhibited high academic achievement, a history of service to their school and community and a desire to teach in South Carolina. $6000 a year for four years to complete a degree leading to initial certification. A fellow agrees to teach one year for every year he or she receives the Fellowship. Details at www.cerra.org. Deadline: December 7, 2022
Lyceum Scholars Program is currently accepting applications for students who will be entering Clemson University in Fall 2023. Those interested in becoming Lyceum Scholars should apply in their senior year of high school to the Lyceum Scholars Program and separately to Clemson University. All Lyceum Scholars receive a $10,000 scholarship, which is disbursed over their four years at Clemson University. https://www.clemson.edu/centers-institutes/capitalism/lyceum/scholars.html Deadline: December 11, 2022
The Dirk Derrick Car & Truck Accident Injury Scholarship is a $1000 award for any current or soon-to-be undergraduate student in the United States who has had his or her life altered due to an injury from a car or truck accident, be it their own injury, that of a loved one, or an influential individual. https://www.derricklawfirm.com/library/scholarship.cfm Deadline: December 15, 2022
GE-Reagan Foundation Scholars earn a $10,000 renewable scholarship - up to $40,000 total - for tuition, school fees, books, supplies, and on-campus room and board. They also attend an exclusive, all-expenses-paid Scholars Retreat in California. Candidates must
- Demonstrate the attributes of leadership, integrity, drive, and citizenship within their communities, schools, and workplaces
- Display strong academic performance (minimum 3.0 grade point average/4.0 scale or equivalent)
- Be citizens of the United States of America
- Be current high school seniors attending high school within the United States, (including any U.S. territories or commonwealths), and graduating in winter 2022 or spring 2023. Applicants living on a U.S. Armed Forces base and attending high school outside the U.S. are eligible.
- Plan to enroll in a full‑time undergraduate course of study at an accredited four‑year college or university in the United States for the entire 2023-2024 academic school year https://www.reaganfoundation.org/education/scholarship-programs/ge-reagan-foundation-scholarship-program/
- Deadline 1/5/23
Kitty Moss Fairey Trust Fund Scholarship – Must attend SC college or university. GPA 3.0. Based on financial need. Income not to exceed $40,000. https://www.csascholars.org/incapp/indexcss_std.php# Deadline: January 9, 2023
RON BROWN SCHOLAR PROGRAM Amount: $10,000/year, renewable. Requirements: African-American high school seniors who excel academically, exhibit exceptional leadership potential, participate in community service activities and demonstrate financial need, must plan to attend a 4-year University. https://ronbrown.org/about/about-rbsp/ Deadline: January 9, 2023
VSA International Young Soloists Award: Calling all musicians with disabilities, ages 14-25! Each year outstanding young musicians from around the world receive the VSA International Young Soloists Award, $2,000, and the opportunity to participate in professional development and performance opportunities provided by the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington, D.C.https://www.kennedy-center.org/education/opportunities-for-artists/competitions-and-commissions/vsa-international-young-musicians/ Deadline: January 18, 2023
Naval Reserve Officer Training Corp Scholarship: National Scholarship selectees (Navy, Nurse and Marine Options) must attend and complete New Student Indoctrination during the summer (during July) prior to reporting to their assigned Unit. The NROTC scholarship is merit based and, once activated, minimum levels of academic, aptitude, and physical fitness performance are required to maintain the scholarship. https://www.netc.navy.mil/Commands/Naval-Service-Training-Command/NROTC/Requirements/ Deadline: 1/31/23
James F. Byrnes Foundation - $4500 each year for four years. One or both parents must be deceased, South Carolina resident, pursue a bachelor’s degree, satisfactory academic record, need for financial assistance. www.byrnesscholars.org. Deadline: February 1, 2023
The Wofford Department of Art and Art History is excited to announce the Rosalind Sallenger Richardson Fine Arts Scholarship, which provides for approximately a third of tuition costs over four years. This substantial scholarship is designed both to recognize the work of serious studio artists and to facilitate their continued artistic and academic growth throughout their Wofford careers. Prospective first-year Studio Art majors planning to matriculate in Fall 2023 may apply to receive this scholarship, which can be combined with any other scholarships they may receive. To apply, please follow this link to find instructions on submitting a portfolio before the February 1st deadline https://www.wofford.edu/admission/scholarships/art-and-art-history-scholarship
Watson-Brown Foundation - Provides need and merit based scholarships to select Georgia and South Carolina students attending accredited four-year colleges and universities in the United States. The scholarships are renewable in amounts of $3000 and $5000. Details at www.watson-brown.org. February 8, 2022
The SCAD Challenge 2-D Scholarship Competition is offered to current juniors and seniors in high school. Entrants may use any traditional 2-D medium; digital works are not permitted. Winners will be notified in March. For more information or to apply, please visit the scholarship provider's website. https://www.scad.edu/admission/financial-aid-and-scholarships/scholarships/scad-challenge Deadline: February 13, 2023
Archibald Rutledge Scholarship Program
The South Carolina Department of Education (SCDE) is announcing the Archibald Rutledge Scholarship Program. This annual program offers public school twelfth-grade students the opportunity to compete for a scholarship worth approximately $2,000 in creative writing, dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. The purpose of the competition is to encourage and recognize academic and artistic excellence. Archibald Rutledge Scholarship Program information is available on the SCDE website. Applications are due February 20, 2023.
Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor, The Vegetarian Resource Group each year will award $30,000 in college scholarship money to graduating U.S. high school students who have promoted vegetarianism in their schools and/or communities. Vegetarians do not eat meat, fish, or fowl. Vegans are vegetarians who do not use other animal products such as dairy or eggs. One award of $10,000 and two awards of $5,000 will be given. https://www.vrg.org/student/scholar.htm Deadline: February 20. 2023
Silver Pen writing competition is hosted through Cascades Verdae and is open to high school seniors that attend school within a 25 mile radius of the Cascades Verdae. To apply, you must write a 1000 word essay on the assigned topic. silverpen-slc.com Deadline: February 21, 2022
From the FAC Parent Guild
Teacher/Staff Holiday Gift Collection
This may seem a bit early – but Winter Break is right around the corner. The Parent Guild is collecting funds to give our wonderful teachers and staff a combined parent gift and luncheon.
If you’d like to contribute, please click the Sign Up Genius Link below. By pulling our holiday gifts together, we can show our amazing faculty and staff just how incredible we think they are! All donations will be accepted through Venmo (@FACParentGuild – the business account – put “holiday gift” in the note area), or you can drop off a check in the office made out to FAC Parent Guild and note “Holiday Gift” in the memo line so we can make sure it is used for our December events, and any future teacher appreciation activities.
Thank you in advance for your support – please email FACParentGuild@gmail.com, or kathy.hennessy@att.net with any question!
Kathy Hennessy – Parent Guild Finances
Sign up Genius - FAC Volunteers: FAC Staff Holiday Gifts (signupgenius.com)
Venmo - @FACParentGuild (business account)
FAC Students Performing in the Community
FAC Jazz All Stars - December 7
Harvey - TRHS Theatre
Travelers Rest HS Theatre will be performing Harvey at TRHS Auditorium on December 10, 2022 at 2PM & 7PM. The cast is led by FAC Voice student Lucas Bowers, and includes FAC Art student Aiden Tribble whose artwork and acting skills will be on display. For more information check out this link: https://sites.google.com/greenvilleschools.us/trtheatre/auditions-performances/harvey
Mauldin Cultural Center - A Christmas Carol
Carolina Ballet Theatre - The Nutcracker
The Carolina Ballet Theatre's annual ballet The Nutcracker: Once upon a time in Greenville will be performed at the Peace Center Concert Hall on December 2-4.
The show times are:
- Friday, December 2 at 7:00pm
- Saturday, December 3 at 2:00 & 7:00pm
- and the final show is
- Sunday, December 4 at 2:00pm
The link to purchase tickets is: https://www.peacecenter.org/events/detail/cbt-nutcracker-22
International Ballet - The Nutcracker
The beloved holiday classic returns to the Peace Concert Hall featuring principal guest artists accompanied by the Greenville Symphony Orchestra.
- December 9, 2022 | 7:30PM
- December 10, 2022 | 7:30PM
- December 11, 2022 | 3:00PM
- Peace Concert Hall - BUY TICKETS
Greenville Ballet - The Nutcracker
Andrew Kuharsky's annual production of the Tchaikovsky holiday classic has been a mainstay of the community for over 30 years. Guest dancers from Dance Theatre of Harlem join local dancers and children in this beautiful production.
- Friday, December 16, 2022; 7:00 p.m. – McAlister Auditorium, Furman University
- Tickets are $31 and are sold through Greenville Ballet School
- 105 Woodruff Industrial Lane; Greenville, SC 29607
(864) 234-5677
Hours: Monday thru Thursday 3:45-6:00 p.m. - https://www.greenvilleballet.com/tickets/
- 105 Woodruff Industrial Lane; Greenville, SC 29607
GSO Student-Teacher Ticket Program
The Greenville Symphony Orchestra has a special ticket rate that is available for Masterworks and Chamber Concerts. $10 Teacher and GCS Staff Tickets and $5 Student Tickets are available for purchase on the day of the concert with your ID. For the schedule of performances, please click here - https://www.greenvillesymphony.org/gso_event/.
Subject to availability. Not eligible for Harry Potter, Nutcracker, or Holiday at Peace. Box Office opens 90 minutes before the concert starts.
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Remember, the FAC Partners serve to support our students through funding...
- Class Fees and Field Trip expenses for Pupils in Poverty
- Guest Artist experiences
- Scholarships to summer intensive programs
- College scholarships for graduating FAC seniors
- Equipment needs for FAC programs
ABSENCES
IMPORTANT DATES
- Wednesday-Friday, 11/23-11/25 - Thanksgiving Recess
- Thursday, December 1 - FAC Voice Concert; FAC Sutherlin Recital Hall
- Monday, December 5 - Fall Theatre Presentations; 7:00 p.m.. FAC Black Box Theatre
- Wednesday, December 7 - FAC Jazz All-Stars at Genevieve's (Peace Center); 7:30 p.m.
- Thursday, December 15 - FAC Winter Showcases; during school classes, for students only
Fine Arts Center - Greenville County Schools
Preparing dedicated students for 21st-century careers through rigorous, pre-professional arts training in a dynamic, inclusive, collaborative learning community.
Core Values
Creativity
Respect
Grit
Identity
Connection
Email: vpopat@greenville.k12.sc.us
Website: https://www.fineartscenter.net
Location: 102 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC, USA
Phone: (864) 355-2550
Twitter: @FACGreenville