FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Wake County, NC – October 24, 2024 – United Arts Wake County is thrilled to celebrate the 45th anniversary of our Artists in Schools Program, a cornerstone initiative that has significantly enriched arts education in Wake County for decades. This milestone celebrates the program’s enduring impact on the local community and its dedication to integrating arts into education. 

The Artists in Schools Program places professional teaching artists in Wake County K-12 schools for curriculum-based performances, workshops, and residencies. Each year, over 130,000 students benefit from these programs, which foster creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills among students. 

In the 2023-2024 school year alone, United Arts collaborated with 269 artists, companies, ensembles, and groups, reaching 141 schools. This collaboration resulted in 263 performances, 115 workshop residencies, and 39 week-long writer residencies, providing students with diverse and enriching artistic experiences. 

Join us in celebrating this momentous occasion and the incredible achievements of the Artists in Schools Program. To view a special video highlighting the program’s impact, click here or visit unitedarts.org/45-for-45. 

To support the continued success and expansion of the Artists in Schools Program, consider participating in our $45 for 45 campaign. We are asking for $45 donations to help us reach every school in Wake County by providing pro bono arts programming.  

For more information, to donate, or to view the video visit unitedarts.org/45-for-45 

For photos and promotional materials, please contact John Craven at [email protected]  

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