Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG)--Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants

Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG)--Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: South Carolina Department of Education
Amount: Up to US $40,000
Last Updated: March 11, 2026

Summary

The Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) and Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants aim to enhance arts education in South Carolina. The initiative supports schools in developing arts programs that significantly boost student achievement across dance, music, theatre, and visual arts. By 2030, the goal is for 75% of students to perform at or above grade level, ensuring every student is prepared for their future endeavors.

Overview

Vision Every South Carolina student graduates college-ready, career-ready, or military-ready. By 2030, at least 75% of students perform at or above grade level. Mission Statement The mission of the South Carolina Department of Education is to serve students, support teachers, empower parents, and engage in the community so that every student graduates prepared to reach their full potential. Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG)--Distinguished Arts Program (DAP) Grants The purpose of the 2026–27 Arts Curricular Innovation Grants (ACIG) Program is to assist schools and districts in developing and implementing arts initiatives that support quality arts education programs that significantly improve student achievement in the arts. Distinguished Art Program (DAP) grants provide funds for one-year projects. Successful DAP applications must indicate in the strategic arts plan that the applicant will include all arts forms—dance, music, theatre, and visual arts—over a three-year period of their strategic arts plan.

Eligibility

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