The ARMES Program (Arts Reaching Middle and Elementary Schools) is a tuition-free arts program designed to meet the needs of Greenville County students in grades 3 through 8 who have demonstrated outstanding talents and a deep interest in dance, strings/music, drama, visual arts or writing. The purpose of the program is to allow students to explore their chosen art form in depth while promoting individual creativity. All ARMES classes are held after regular school hours at the FIne Arts Center.
A.R.M.E.S. Objectives:
Allow young students to develop as artists
Create a stimulating learning environment in which students experience both intellectual and social growth
Develop behaviors useful in self-directed learning
Heighten enthusiasm for learning
Increase knowledge and use of creative problem-solving and critical-thinking skills