We believe in the genius of every child and that each deserves a high-quality education. Your support makes these transformational opportunities possible. Continue reading to learn how we're doing "whatever it takes" for all ACS students to thrive!
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The In Real Life (IRL) After-School spring session kicked off on February 27th! With over 20 unique clubs such as Science Punks, Girls Rock AVL, Celebrity Chef, and Drop the Mic, there is something for every student. Click the button below to view more of the amazing clubs happening this session!
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Last month, Sherrill Roland (Asheville High Class of ‘02) came to share his story, art, and spirit of community with members of the Racial Equity Ambassador Program and other Asheville High and SILSA students. Sherrill was incarcerated for a crime he did not commit while in graduate school, and seeks to have open conversations rooted in community care and compassion. Sherrill’s exhibit “Sugar, Water, Lemon Squeeze,” is available to view at the Asheville Art Museum now through March 20th.
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On February 28th, ACSF participated in a multi-generational learning event with members of the DREAM Team, Racial Equity Ambassadors, and friends and supporters of the Foundation. ACSF hosted a dinner for students and supporters before attending A Conversation with Ta-Nehisi Coates at UNC Asheville:
"Under the laws of slavery, the chief among those efforts to improve yourself that were outlawed was the ability to read and write. So we have a centuries-long history in this country of forbidding African Americans the right to access books and reading material, and then using those books and reading materials, using words in different ways, to interpret history and the world around them. When I think of myself as a black writer, those are the spirits of my ancestors that are walking with me. I never forget that I am practicing an art that my ancestors were banned from practicing.” - Ta-Nehisi Coates
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Spring TAPAAS residencies have been awarded! This year, over 1,900 students in Asheville City Schools will engage in powerful arts education experiences. From mixed media collage and puppetry to drumming and pottery, TAPAAS integrates core curriculum with unique opportunities to learn from our talented local artists and community partners.
Residency highlight! All 156 sixth graders at Asheville Middle recently participated in a TAPAAS residency with artist, Ona Armstrong. Students learned about Ancient Greek Pottery (amphora and kylix shapes) and the diverse decorative techniques of potters in Athens and Sparta.
"Equity in ceramics is very important to me, private classes are expensive, and this is one way I make sure that we all can get our hands in clay. Everyone should be able to learn this way." - Ona Armstrong, TAPAAS Artist
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One of ACSF's greatest honors is supporting the innovation and creativity of our amazing ACS educators. This year, ACSF awarded 16 educator grants across our district to fuel innovation and inspire creativity in the classroom.
Educator Grant Highlight! This fall, ACSF awarded an Educator Grant to 5th grade Science and Math Hall Fletcher teacher, Brian Randall, to expand classroom hands-on stations for math and science. Pictured above are the science project-based stations where students are creating robotic hands and making human anatomy books!
"These projects make all the difference." - Brian Randall
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Make a gift to public education in honor of a loved one!
Donations may be made via cash, check, wire transfers, or online. Cash and Checks may be mailed to: Asheville City Schools Foundation, PO Box 3196 Asheville, NC 28802. Please contact our Development Director at rebecca@acsf.org to receive banking information for wire transfers.
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Transfer shares of stock to ACSF, potentially avoiding capital gains tax and lowering your tax burden. Please contact our Development Director at rebecca@acsf.org for our account information.
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If you are 70.5 years of age or older, you can make a gift to ACSF from your Individual Retirement Account! Your gift is free of federal income tax, counts toward your annual Required Minimum Distribution (RMD), and is excluded from your gross income.
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Recurring online giving is a great option for you if you want to GIVE BIG one small monthly donation at a time. Visit www.acsf.org/donate to sign up.
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Go Local Asheville was founded over 12 years ago to support the local independent business community and our public schools through the sale of Go Local cards. For $20, the Go Local card can be used for discounts and perks at over 500 local independent businesses in the greater Asheville area. Click here to purchase a Go Local card and support our IRL middle schoolers!
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Click here to view a full list of community businesses supporting our students.
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