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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013-361 Arts - Orange Charter School $1,000 Spring 2013 Art Grant Agreement C a e �1 o ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Z m a s r,u u w r v A R T$ SPRING,2013 GRANT AGREEMENT c \ C�E�tAtTM510t ° q n c THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this 29th day of July, 2013, by and between Orange County ("County"), by and through the Orange County Arts Commission ("Arts Commission") and Orange Charter School ("Grant Recipient"). WHEREAS, the Arts Commission is a countywide arts agency that ensures the growth of local arts experiences by providing funding and support for diverse high quality programs and projects. WHEREAS, the Arts Commission administers the Spring and Fall Arts Grants Program to provide economic opportunities to Orange County artists and non-profit organizations coordinating arts projects benefiting the citizens of Orange County. WHEREAS, the Spring Arts Grants Program is supported by Arts Commission with funds from the Grassroots Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Cultural Resources and the National Endowment for the Arts. WHEREAS, the Grant Recipient was selected by the Arts Commission to receive the Spring Arts Grant through the procedures duly adopted by the Arts Commission; and WHEREAS, both parties wish to promote and maintain the integrity and clarity of the Grant Recipient's ideas and statements and delineate the Grant Recipient's obligations to the County; NOW, THEREFORE, the County and the Grant Recipient, for the consideration and under the conditions hereinafter set forth, agree as follows: 1. Approved Grant Project. Grant funds are provided under this Agreement for the project ("Project") described in the Grant Recipient's Grant Application, attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibit A. 2. Grant Award. Grant funds in an amount not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000) have been awarded by the Arts Commission to the Grant Recipient for the approved Project. These funds must be matched at least dollar-for-dollar with cash from the Grant Recipient's funds not derived from either Orange County appropriations or the North Carolina Arts Council. 3. Contingency. This grant is contingent on North Carolina Arts Council Grassroots Program funding to the Arts Commission. Final decisions on Grassroots Program funds to the North Carolina Arts Council are subject to approval by the North Carolina General Assembly. 4. Responsibilities of the Grant Recipient 1 Revised May 2012 A. Implementation. The Project implementation shall take place between July 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. The Project shall be implemented in the manner described in Exhibit A. Time is of the essence in the implementation of the Project. B. Modifications to project. Grant Recipient shall present major changes to the original proposal, including but not limited to changes in design, implementation schedule and increase in Project budget by more than 10%, in writing to the Arts Commission for approval. Arts Commission shall approve or disapprove Grant Recipient's request for modifications within seven (7) days of receipt thereof. Consent to project modifications shall not be unreasonably withheld. Arts Commission's decisions shall be in writing. In the event the Arts Commission fails to approve or disapprove the requested modifications within the time stated herein,the modifications shall be deemed approved. C. Non—assignment. The grant cannot be assigned or transferred to a different project or artist without prior written approval of the Arts Commission. D. Records. Grant Recipient must maintain records and other evidence pertaining to costs incurred and revenues acquired during the Project implementation. Grant Recipient shall maintain financial records pertaining to the Project for three (3) years from the date of this Agreement, in case of audit. E. Use of Funds. Grant Recipient shall not use the grant funds to repay outstanding taxes or other debts of any nature. The grants shall be utilized solely for the purpose of implementing the Project and Project related expenses. F. Final Report. Grant Recipient shall submit to the Arts Commission a Final Report on July 7, 2014 . The Final Report shall be in the format required by the North Carolina Arts Council. Failure to submit the Final Report or late submission of the Final Report, for any reason, shall be grounds for denial and/or cancellation of grant funds for the Project and future grant proposals. 5. Responsibilities of the Arts Commission A. Pam. The Arts Commission shall release the grant funds in the amount of $1,000 to the Grant Recipient. 6. Publicity A. Acknowled eg ment. Credit must be given to the Orange County Arts Commission using the Arts Commission logo and if State funds are received to the North Carolina Grassroots Program in brochures, news releases, programs, and all other printed and online publications. Copies of such printed materials must accompany the evaluation report. When no printed information is used, verbal credit shall be given. In addition, all print and promotional material must include the following credit line (check all that apply): 2 Revised May 2012 i. County Funds Only. "This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission. " ii. x North Carolina Arts Council Funding. "This program is supported by the Orange County Arts Commission with funds from the Grassroots Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a state agency. " B. The Grant Recipient must enter all events, exhibits and performances open to the public and related to this grant award on the ExploreChape1HillARTS.com website and display ExploreChape1Hi11ARTS.com publicity materials (postcards, brochures, etc.) prominently and consistently at their venue or performance space. In addition, the Grant Recipient must add a link to the ExploreChape1HillARTS.com (ExploreChape1HillARTS.com logo preferred) to their main webpage. The Grant Recipient shall contact the Orange County Arts Commission for replacement ExploreChape1HillARTS.com publicity materials. 7. Indemnity. The Grant Recipient agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County, the Arts Commission and the North Carolina Arts Council and their officers and employees from any and all claims or actual injury, damage or loss to a person, or real or personal property that results from or is in any way connected to the use of the grant funds. 8. Independent Contractor. The Grant Recipient is an independent contractor and not an employee, agent or other representative of the County and/or the Arts Commission. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be construed to create the relationship of principal and agent, or employer and employee, between Grant Recipient and Arts Commission or Orange County Government. Grant Recipient understands and agrees that he/she is not authorized to incur any expenses or any liability whatsoever on behalf of the County or the Arts Commission and has no authority, expressed or implied, to obligate or make representations on behalf of the County or the Arts Commission. In addition, Grant Recipient agrees to maintain his or her own worker's compensation insurance for himself/herself and his or her employees for the duration of the art work's installation. 9. Termination A. In the event of any of the circumstances set forth below(hereinafter referred to as "default'),the Arts Commission may immediately terminate this Agreement: (i) Any fraudulent representation in any verification required to obtain payment under this Agreement or other dishonesty on a material matter relating to the performance of services under this Agreement. (ii) Nonperformance, incomplete service or performance, or failure to satisfactorily perform any part of the Project or to comply with any provision of this Agreement, as determined by the Arts Commission in its sole discretion. 3 Revised May 2012 (iii) Failure to adhere to the terms of applicable county, state or federal laws, regulations, or stated public policy. B. In the event of default by the Grant Recipient, the Arts Commission has the discretion to elect to terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part and/or require the Grant Recipient to repay the grant funds within seven (7) from written notice of default or allow the grant recipient the opportunity to cure the default. This clause shall not be interpreted to limit the County's or the Arts Commission's remedies in law or in equity. 10. Miscellaneous. A. Entire Agreement. This Agreement and the attachments contain the final and entire understanding of the parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement. All modifications and amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing. This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties, their heirs, successors and assigns. B. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina and the Orange County. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Orange County and the Grant Recipient have signed this Grant Agreement, effective on the last date this Agreement is signed by both parties as indicated by the dates set forth under signatures below. Fo don Pehalf of the Grant Recipient 8 /16113 Or �arter School Date For and on behalf of Orange ounty Government Frank W. Clifton, County anager Date For and on behalf of Orange County Arts Commission/approved as to technical content Steve Brant ey,Economic TeTeip lt irector Date App ed as form and legal sufficiency Ann tte M. ore, Staff Attorney Date 4 Revised May 2012 This instrument has been pre-audited in the manner required by the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control Act V141,3 Clarence G. Grier,Administrative and Financial Services Date 5 Revised May 2012 ♦ --�♦ Arts in Education Grant - Spring G 2013-14 Application Form ORANGE COUNTY ARTS Orange County Arts Commission COMMISSION Promoting the artistic and cultural development of Orange County, North Carolina Evaluation Criteria • Artistic merit of program. • Populations served-impact for geographic&traditionally under-served populations. • Feasibility of proposed activity&effectiveness in providing high-impact arts experiences in schools. • Cooperation between schools and artists. • Evidence of feasibility of program, community support, and responsiveness to community needs. • Integration of arts program into grade-level appropriate curriculum. 1 Applicant Information i - \ i Applicant Name n C C_n b e Y� c,., T�.�' �- O I Mailing Address q a 0-'A­Z_ C Daytime Phone 1%c (D 7 / ' to �� Fax Number a Email Address Ke r i-�-ranKZ m v.r e Cov Y t - ► -{ Y o l Project Director {h 2v'i "r'G-►off Title Ara- DUNS Number 2 Project Director Information Project Director Home Address 'P.H ® t �'� _�„ r� C ��►' G r e-'Vc- 1�/� A Vn e b e•.n e- 1� C Daytime Phone l I y q ` 3 Z( 3 3 Evening Phone 9/g - 7 3 z - 3 /`-,t to Email Address I4,efi 1L q-) �'1a Yhrs..l •��'n 3 Grant Request Summary Arts Program Grant request 9 U Q Total Cash Match ' S� Total Organizational Budget 2011-2012 1�k f 13-7, L/ O , '. l (PTSA/Cultural Enrichment 2012-2013 7;1;t2� (� C1 0 0 Committee/Arts Program) 2013-2014 fs 6.0 ® U Summary Statement for Proposed Uses of Arts in Education Grant C r'e_6_--Nr a+n c Le\rc-v" YC>!�rc—m Gov' � Ye *N(A Questions? Call us at(919)968-2011 • Deliver Application to:501 West Franklin Street, Chapel Hill, NC Creating in Clay: Launching a Ceramics Program at Orange Charter School Organizational Profile Orange Charter School (OCS) was founded in 1997. As one of approximately 100 North Carolina Charter Schools, it is a registered non-profit corporation operating under NC Charter School legislation. Like other public schools, the majority of its funding comes from federal, state, and local educational allocations, however, unlike regular public schools it receives no state or local funding for its facilities. Additional sources for funding must be sought in order to provide an educational setting that meets those of traditional public schools. We are located at 920 Corporate Drive, in the Meadowlands Park in Hillsborough. The schools operates under the leadership of principal Jarrod Dennis and is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of six school parents, two teachers, and one community member. The school serves students in grades kindergarten through 8t" grade with a planned enrollment of 220 students for the 2012/13 academic year. Currently OCS has once class per grade of 19 —23 students in grades kindergarten-5. Our Middle School program accommodates two classes of 15-20 students in grades 6-8. The student body is 54% male and 46% female. The racial composition of the student body is 84% white, 8% African-American, 4% Hispanic, 1% Asian, .05% Hawaiian Pacific and 3% of students are of multi-racial origin. Exceptional children make up 23% of the student population. OCS met all nine of its annual yearly progress (AYP) goals and was designated an Honor School of Excellence in 2011/12. Orange Charter School will nurture a community of academic and artistic distinction, as it enriches each student's cultural literacy. Orange Charter School, a public school of choice, offers young people in Kindergarten through 8th grade a center for learning in which they develop a strong intellectual, emotional, physical, and social foundation. Our program is characterized by a strong commitment on the part of staff and parents to nurture a community of academic and artistic distinction, as it enriches each student's cultural literacy. OCS aligns the Core Knowledge® Curriculum to the North Carolina Standard Course of Study (NCSCS) in order to prepare students for high school and citizenship in our national and global community. Twice weekly Spanish (K-5 students), a class differentiated music program, and physical education multiple times per week (all K-8 students) augment the NC Standards and Core Knowledge®content. Teachers combine proven educational materials such as Everyday Math, Wilson Reading, Letterland, and Accelerated Reader with a variety of teaching methods in order to tailor the instruction to the needs of each class and individual students. The small size of the OCS school body and classes as well as the low ratio of students to teachers allows more individualized instruction and attention. Having a close knit community also encourages positive character formation. This setting and the approach it affords helps to develop young people with the skills that indicate "Future-Ready Kids:" effective written and oral communication, technological proficiency, creative and critical thinking, ethical behavior and the ability to collaborate with others as well as work independently. OCS families are involved in generating and supporting creative ideas for enhancement of the learning experience through an effective Board of Directors, Committees and Task Groups that bring parents, teachers and administration together. In short, the education program at Orange Charter School prepares young people for further learning and citizenship by combining the best of tradition and innovation in a community of caring and engaged staff, parents and children. Current Arts Programs and Staff Roster Orange Charter School's Arts Programs - K-5 Music Instruction taught by Will Dawson (Elementary Music Teacher) -Grades 6-8 Strings Program with daily instruction on violin, viola, cello, and bass taught by Morgana Hover and Annie Hovis-Williams (Middle school teachers) -Visual Arts instruction is provided weekly for grades K-6 are taught by Keri Frank (Art Teacher) -Grades 6-8 Enrichment class with an emphasis on the arts taught by Keri Frank, Ashley Potter, Johannah Freuh, Ashley Keith and Kristin Martin (Middle School teachers) Proposed Use of Grant Funds Creating in Clay: Launching a Ceramics program for Orange Charter School When 1 began teaching elementary art at Orange Charter School two years ago, there had not been a formal art program for the students. I took this opportunity to create an art program as a learning experience for both me and my students. With limited supplies I began educating the Elementary students about the elements of art. With this basic art knowledge and introduction to all the different materials and processes we could craft with, I began integrating their classroom studies into our art projects. As the third graders learned about the rivers of the world we painted mud cloths and learned the Andrika symbols of West Africa. Second graders created Chinese dragon robes with pastels and watercolors. While the fourth graders explored North Carolina from the mountains to the sea, I introduced them to the pottery traditions found in our great state. I wondered how I could comprehensively teach the students about pottery without the hands on experience of building with clay, glazing, and firing their creations. I decided to go forward with my face jug lesson by using air dry clay. I had used this material earlier in the year for the students to make pinch pots and learn how to make a coil pot. The air dry clay does allow for the students the opportunity to experiment with form, space, and three-dimensional art forms. It does not however become a timeless keepsake for the child and parent because the clay becomes very brittle and tends to break very easily. After all of my students, grades K-5, had the experience working with clay and numerous other mediums I decided to give them a survey. I wanted to know out of all of our projects and the mediums they used, what was their favorite. Clay, clay, clay, making pots, more clay, more pots, more clay! With this feedback I knew what our school needed, a kiln! It is with much excitement that I was approved by the OCS Board of Directors to purchase a gently used kiln. 1 am determined to give these students the clay experience they want and need to have to continue their art education. For our ceramics program at Orange Charter School to come to fruition I must have the proper wiring in the workroom, clay must be purchased as well as glazes and clay tools. With the monies from the Orange County Arts Commission grant I will be able to purchase these supplies locally and wholly give the students at Orange Charter School the art experience they are longing for. Our school is moving towards a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) based curriculum. This will entail project learning among all students at OCS, Kindergarten through 8th grade. I look forward to using ceramics as a tool to integrate science and math with the arts. The chemical changes that take place on clay with the addition of the glazes made of elements students find on the periodic table under high temperatures will be an amazing process for my students to not only witness but create. On the following pages you will find a photograph of the Skutt kiln that has been purchased by Orange Charter School, along with work samples of Orange Charter students engaged in arts programming taught by Keri Frank over the past three years.. Jai 2013-14 Arts in Education Application — Page Three G ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Financial Information Please provide a projected budget for your proposed project utilizing the format below. Project Expenses Cash = Grant Amount + Applicant A Personnel Expenses Requested Cash Match Administrative staff Artistic staff Technical/Production staff B Outside Fees and Services Artistic contracts Other contracts: L;t L C.-�r r t L C Space Rental D Travel E Marketing F Remaining Project Expenses t_l 5 C7 LA CS 0 G Total Cash Expenses _°a u1 S d + Li Project Income Cash Income n A Admissions B Contracted Services Revenue cw '9 (� C Other Revenue(specify) 1 D Private Support y. /O U Corporate support � e Foundation support F Ly S Other private support E Government Support Federal State/regional (not including this request) Local(not including this request) F Applicant Cash G Grant Amount Requested I 0 U in this application H Total Cash Income 0. (must equal Total Cash Expenses, Item G above) 2013-14 Arts in Education Application — Page Four ORANGE COUNTY ARTS COMMISSION Signatures z- ) 13 Signature of Project Dit ect bate kAN Typed or Printed Name–Pfoject Director r gna ure of rizih Ua_I Date Typed or Printed Name–Authorizing Official INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE FUNDED . . . w��f � ` _ �( � � \ : �� \ \\» � ^ � \ �\ , \\\\�<\ ��» ^ � � �\ . . � . «w�� � �. s 22 ^ � �� �� \d�� } : » } \» \��� � �\ } y . w©> «.� ° � � ., � w?\%\ :�S ©«»« © �w� y - . \ . \ ^ w ���� . :«. »�z . �� . y?, � � . � » ^ ©:�yy�� � . .�mw. , 2 .�« ° � � . .�:. . � �< �.m: . x R D Second Graders learning about tints and shades. { Kindergarteners creating Lois Ehlert inspired collages after reading Pie In The Sky. Earth Da 2013! Students painted trees then printed with recycled plastic bottles. Printing in progress! 5 t" graders weaving! 6t" graders weaving God's Eyes! �f Preparing for the Handmade Parade! 1 r 5� r r , S Keri Frank 2401 Efland-Cedar Grove Road Efland,NC 27243 919 732 3140 kerifrank@hotmail.com Job Objective To obtain an art teaching position in an elementary school utilizing my skills in studio art, art appreciation detailed planning, effective communication, and management skills. Capabilities Profile Teaching & Training Group Instruction Creative Use of Materials Behavior Management Strong Leadership Skills High Volume Production Organizational Skills Goal Setting Detail Oriented Oral& Written Communication Time Management Community Involvement Education East Carolina University Present Elementary Education K-6 Licensure University of Georgia,Athens, GA May 1998 Bachelor of Arts, Studio Art Towson State University, Towson,MD May 1994 Mass Communication Work Experience Orange Charter School October 2011-present Art teacher for grades K-6. Central Park School for Children, Substitute Teacher July 2010- October 2011 A Charter School in Durham,NC where the"Peaceful Schools"philosophy is implemented, I am responsible for upholding this way of learning and following through with the teacher's lesson plan Orange County Schools, Substitute Teacher February 2010- October 2011 Responsible for implementing teacher's lesson plans while maintaining classroom management. Community Camp, Co-Director September 2010-present Responsible for creating, organizing, and implementing a cohesive art program during intercession and summer camps for up to 30 children ages Kindergarten through Fifth Grade, some with behavioral and emotional disorders. Lead the children through various drawing,painting, woodworking, and sculpture activities to plan for parades,performances, exhibitions, markets, and community builds in which proceeds went to a charity.Not only do I lead the art lessons in our project based camp, I help market our camp via brochures and emails, maintain our mailing list, and communicate with parents of campers. The Gypsy Mermaid, Owner and Designer September 2008-present A home business where I design and produce an eclectic line of sterling silver jewelry. I market my business online and host Girls Night Out jewelry parties. I also sell my work at Hillsborough's Last Fridays and various farmers markets. Dallas Pridgen Jewelry,Production Manager November 2002-July 2008 Duties included the manufacturing of sterling silver and gold jewelry for a company grossing over a million dollars per year. It was my responsibility to manage the production team of metal smiths through the processes of lost wax casting, bench work, polishing/finishing, and the data entry of the inventory produced. Not only did I provide exceptional customer service to our phone and online customers, I maintained a highly effective working relationship with our overseas production company. Assisted owner in the marketing of new product both online and in the catalog. Ben Dyer Designs,Production Goldsmith January 1999-September 2001 Responsible for the production of the designers one of a kind l4k gold jewelry. Pieces were hand shaped, forged, hand polished and cleaned for inventory that would be sold at high-end galleries and fine art shows across the country. Duties also included customer service, shipping to galleries, assisting owner in day to day responsibilities of studio. Durham Public Schools,Long Term Art Substitute October 1998-December 1998 Implemented lesson plans for four classes of high school art students. Created a fun and safe learning environment for the students while fostering their creativity. Community Involvement Member of Hillsborough Elementary PTA, since 2005 HES PTA Cultural Arts Committee Co-Chair 2008-present Coordinator of Hillsborough Elementary Holiday Art& Craft Bazaar since 2009 Board Member of Anathoth Community Garden June 2010-present Founder and Coordinator of Hillsborough's Children's Market December 2009-present Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival Kids Tent Workshop Leader April 2008-present Shakori Hills Grassroots Festival Kids Market Coordinator October 2010-present Sprouts Camp Volunteer, Anathoth Community Garden September 2010 Board of Directors, Anathoth Community Garden, August 2010 -present Outreach Committee Chair, Anathoth Community Garden, August 2010-present Girls On The Run Coach, Hillsborough Chapter August 2011 Jarrod S . Dennis 427 Fletcher Ridge Rd. Timberlake,NC 27583 (919) 721-4620 jarroddennis @yahoo.com Objective Administrative Experience Principal, Orange Charter School 2011-Present Hillsborough,NC • Chief Operating and Financial Officer for OCS • Supervises all instructional and support personnel • Provides instructional leadership to meet the school's mission and goals • Coordinated the implementation of the Common Core State Standards and the NC Essential Standards • Currently coordinating the shift to STEM and Project Based Learning • Organized Professional Learning Community for Vertical Alignment Assistant Principal,Northern High School 2007-2011 Durham, NC • Development and establishment of school goals and objectives • Planning of instructional program • Implemented Professional Learning Communities • Coordinated security of the school • Assumed the duties of Career Development Coordinator Professional Experience Teacher,Middle College High School @ DTCC 2006-2007 Durham,NC • Taught Biology, Chemistry, Earth Science, and Physical Science • Assisted in recruiting students for the school • Founded the MCHS National Honor Society Operation Iraqi Freedom 2005-2006 Sergeant,NCARNG • Truck Commander for four man Gun Truck Team • Responsible for all phases of operation during Ground Assault Convoys • Secret Security Clearance Teacher,Chatham Central High School 2004-2005 Bear Creek, NC • Biology and Earth Science Teacher • Assistant Men's and Women's Track Coach • Student Council Advisor Teacher,Forest Hills High School 2000-2004 Marshville,NC • Biology,Earth Science, and Human Anatomy and Physiology Teacher • Head Men's and Women's Track and Cross Country Coach Education and Training Lynchburg College 1995-1999 • Bachelors of Science Degree in Psychobiology (Joint Major in Biology and Psychology) University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2000-2004 • Teacher Licensure Program • Earned credits towards Teacher Licensure North Carolina State University 2004-2007 • Master's of School Administration • 4.0 GPA East Carolina University • Accepted to Ed.S. in Education Administration beginning Fall 2013 United States Army Professional Leadership Development Course 06/2008 Distinguished Leadership in Practice(DLP) 2012-2013 • Year-long professional development program through NCPAPA Licensure North Carolina Department of Public Instruction Administrative and Teaching License • Code: 012 Principal Class: P Expires 6/30/2014 • Code: 300 Science Class: A Expires 6/30/2014 • Code: 310 Biology Class: A Expires 6/30/2014 Awards • Army Commendation Medal • Iraqi Campaign Medal • Global War on Terrorism Medal • Army Physical Fitness Award • High Honor Graduate,NCARNG 88M Training School Artist Contact List Keri Frank is the principal artist and instructor for program - please see page 1 for contact information. Board Contact List Lisa Dukelow Chairwoman of the Board (919) 683-8680 LDukelow(c)-nc.rr.com Richard Peterson Vice Chair Personnel Committee Chair (919) 732-5259 rich a rd.a.Peterson(a-)-gsk.com Kristi Anspach Treasurer Finance Committee Chairwoman (919) 304-2902 kanspach(&-orangecharterschool.org Kim Hill Secretary/Historian (919) 304-5930 ocs boa rdsecretary(c-orangecharterschool.org Ben Balderas Director (919) 732-1678 benibOA-gmail.com Donna Kuhl Director (919) 357-6126 stellarsmom97(a7hotmail.com Dr. Melissa Clepper-Faith Community-at-Large Board Member Brenda Hunt Elementary School Teacher Representative Education Committee (919) 644-6272 bhunta.orangecharterschool.org Kristin Martin Middle School Teacher Representative Education Committee (919) 644-6272 kmartin orangecharterschool.org