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At The Arts Based School, our approach to teaching and childhood development is designed to support all children. We deliver a rigorous academic program, following the NC Standard Course of Study, integrated deeply with the arts: music, dance, visual art, and theater. Our curriculum is inherently interdisciplinary and project-based, with culminating experiences of exceptional depth and scope at every grade level. We believe that the arts are innately powerful forms of learning and self-expression for all children.

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How We Do It and Why

“You can’t really imagine music without technology.” - Brian Eno

How We Do It and Why

Twenty years ago, in the brand new Arts Based Elementary School, I taught 3rd grade in an enormous room filled with light, thirteen children, and not much more. We managed to collect enough tables and chairs, but there was lots of open space. (That was good for dancing!) There was an old beater of a piano too, perhaps donated by a parent.

How We Do It and Why

“The kids will be about it the way you are about it.”
- Old ABS adage

How We Do It and Why

“Happiness is a thing to be practiced, like the violin.” - John Lubbock

New Procedure for Drop-off and Pick-up

As we plan for our eventual return to in-person learning, new safety protocols and procedures will be in place across all areas of our school, including drop-off and pick-up. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to download the PikMyKid app now if they plan to return to in-person learning.

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