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Artists in Schools:

The Artists in Schools Program is a partnership between the Department of Natural Resources, Environment and the Arts (NRETA, Arts NT) and the Department of Employment, Education and Training (DEET). Its objectives are: the placement of practising professional artists within schools to work on specific projects; to provide students, teachers, parents and the wider community with firsthand opportunities to work with professional artists over a period of time, experiencing the creative processes, skills, attitudes and disciplines of that artist's work; enriching school arts programs and encourages future artists and arts audiences in all art forms. Go to: http://www.nt.gov.au/nreta/arts/artsnt/grants/ais.html

Cultural Infusion:

The Cultural Infusion Schools’ Program is a multidisciplinary program utilising arts & cultural practitioners from diverse cultures and backgrounds, as a primary communication tool to enhance the school curriculum.  Cultural Infusion performance-workshops are interactive and engaging. Students gain an insight into the wealth of our diverse nation and explore the history, traditions and languages of various cultures. The program comprises of live, tailor-made interactive performance-workshops for students of all ages nationwide. Artists also perform at: school assemblies, lunchtime concerts, artist-in-residence, all day programs and school fetes. The program supports many areas of school curriculum including Drama, Music, SOSE, PE, Dance, LOTE, English and ESL. Many of our artists, who have made Australia their home, are recognised as the foremost authorities in their fields internationally. Go to:  http://www.culturalinfusion.com/

Musica Viva:

In 2007 Musica viva offers a broad spectrum of music education designed to enrich learning across the school curriculum with the support of education departments throughout Australia.  Their primary schools program showcases an eclectic choice of musical experiences inspired and guided by professional musicians to support and enhance teaching and learning in innovative ways through live performances, teacher professional development and resource materials. Musica Viva brings fresh energy, inspiration and creativity to the classroom.  For secondary schools the choices range from Musica Viva’s in-school concerts and workshops, to tailor-made programs featuring artists in residence. Australian Music Days are growing ever more popular with elective music students, and teachers can access web-based teaching and learning resources, and professional development opportunities through this ‘award–winning’ Musica Viva In Schools program. Online activities are also available. Go to: http://www.musicaviva.com.au/mvis_about.asp

OzOpera (Opera Australia):

The Schools Company has a reputation as one of the most important arts education programs to be offered to Australian school students. The mission of the program has two primary aims: 

• To introduce children between the ages of five and twelve to the experience of opera.
• To enhance classroom learning in the areas of music and drama. 

Preparation and follow up activities are an integral part of the opera's performance process. The operas are developed in consultation with the Departments of School Education in each state to ensure the parity with curriculum guidelines in school music, drama and social sciences. A visit by the Schools Company generates a great deal of interest and excitement in school communities and is often the first experience of live theatre for many of the students. Go to: http://www.opera-australia.org.au/opera/oaweb.nsf/Wf-company?readform&loc=lookups/111-SCHOOLSTOURINGPROGRAM?opendocument