Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant

Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Maryland State Department of Education
Amount: Up to US $237,458
Last Updated: May 25, 2025

Summary

The Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant for FY 2026 aims to enhance arts education by supporting the Maryland Centers for Creative Classrooms (MC3) initiatives. Collaborating with the Maryland State Department of Education, AEMS focuses on professional learning activities that meet the needs of Maryland arts educators and improve arts instructional programs, ultimately increasing student access to diverse art forms.

Overview

Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS) Grant FY 2026 Purpose This grant is intended to support the Maryland Centers for Creative Classrooms (MC3) initiatives directed by the nonprofit Arts Education in Maryland Schools (AEMS). In collaboration with the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), AEMS develops professional learning activities that align with COMAR 13A.04.16 Programs in Fine Arts. AEMS’ mission is to increase student access to courses in all art forms through purposeful action. The professional learning activities supported by this grant, in addition to aligning with COMAR 13A.04.16 Programs in Fine Arts, should be designed to meet Maryland arts educators’ professional learning needs and should aim to improve the quality of arts instructional programs across the state.

Eligibility

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