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Grantee Name
Authorizing Official
Project Title
Award
Grant Category ☐ Artist Project Grant Program
Funding Source
Date
End Date
OCAC Report Due
☐Grassroots Arts Program
☐North Carolina Arts Council ☐ Orange County
July 1, 2023
June 30, 2024
Monday, July 15, 2024
Stipulations ☐Grantee must spend $ on the hiring of multicultural artists specified in
the grant application.
☐Grantee must properly credit the Orange County Arts Commission using the proper
logo on all publicity materials for the funded program. Recipients of operations‐related
grants must include the OCAC logo with link to www.artsorange.org on grantee’s
website. Download logos on the OCAC website at
https://artsorange.org/grants/grantee‐resources
☐Grantee must properly credit the Orange County Arts Commission and the N.C. Arts
Council using the proper logos and N.C. Arts Council credit line on all publicity materials
for funded program. Recipients of operations‐related grants must include the OCAC logo
with link to www.artsorange.org and N.C. Arts Council logo, credit line, and link to
www.ncarts.org on grantee’s website. Download logos and view proper credit line
language on the OCAC website at https://artsorange.org/grants/grantee‐resources
☒The Grant Recipient must enter all events, exhibits, and performances (virtual or in‐
person) open to the public and related to this grant award on the Orange County Arts
Commission website at www.artsorange.org/events. In addition, the Grant Recipient
must add a link to www.artsorange.org (Orange County Arts Commission logo
preferred) to their main webpage.
Staff Contact Katie Murray, Director
(919)245‐2335 | kmurray@orangecountync.gov
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation
Nancy Zeman Associate Director
Visiting Artist
$700.00
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ORANGE COUNTY ARTS
COMMISSION 2023-24
GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into this 29 day of September, 2023, by and between Orange
County ("County"), by and through the Orange County Arts Commission ("Arts
Commission") and ("Grant Recipient").
WHEREAS, the Arts Commission is a countywide arts agency that ensures the growth of
local arts experiences by providing funding and support for diverse high quality programs and
projects.
WHEREAS, the Arts Commission administers the annual Grants Program to provide
economic opportunities to Orange County artists and non-profit organizations coordinating arts
projects benefiting the citizens of Orange County.
WHEREAS, the annual Arts Grants Program is supported by Arts Commission with
funds from the Grassroots Arts Program of the North Carolina Arts Council, a division of the
Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, a state agency.
WHEREAS, the Grant Recipient was selected by the Arts Commission to receive
the annual Arts Grant through the procedures duly adopted by the Arts Commission; and
WHEREAS, both parties wish to promote and maintain the integrity and clarity of the
Grant Recipient's ideas and statements and delineate the Grant Recipient’s obligations to the
County;
NOW, THEREFORE, the County and the Grant Recipient, for the consideration
and under the conditions hereinafter set forth, agree as follows:
1.Approved Grant Project. Grant funds are provided under this Agreement for the project
(“Project”) described in the Grant Recipient’s Grant Application, attached hereto and
incorporated herein as Exhibit A.
2.Grant Award. Grant funds in an amount not to exceed ($ )
have been awarded by the Arts Commission to the Grant Recipient for the approved
Project. The Recipient shall be required to match funds 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, as outlined in the attached Exhibit A.
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
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation
Seven hundred dollars $700.00
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A.Implementation. The Project implementation shall take place between July 1,
2023 and June 30, 2024. 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 described in the attached Exhibit A.
F.Final Report. Grant Recipient shall submit to the Arts Commission a Final Report
on July 15, 2024. 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.Payment. The Arts Commission shall release the grant funds in the amount of
$ to the Grant Recipient.
6.Publicity
A.Acknowledgement. Credit must be given to the Orange County Arts
Commission and/or the North Carolina Arts Council using the proper logo(s)
and credit line in brochures, news releases, programs, and all other printed and
online publications. Copies of such printed materials must accompany the
evaluation report. Official Orange County Arts Commission and North Carolina
Arts Council logos may be downloaded at www.artsorange.org/grantee-resources
and may not be altered in any way. When no printed information is used, verbal
$700.00
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credit shall be given. In addition, all print and promotional material must include
the following credit line and logo(s) (check all that apply):
i.County Funds Only. Orange County Arts Commission logo required.
Credit line required for audio projects: “This program is supported by the
Orange County Arts Commission.”
ii.North Carolina Arts Council Funding. The Orange County Arts
Commission and the North Carolina Arts Council logos are required. Credit
line: “This program is supported by the N.C. Arts Council, a division of the
Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.”
B.The Grant Recipient must enter all events, exhibits, and performances open to the
public and related to this grant award on the Orange County Arts Commission
website at www.artsorange.org/events. In addition, the Grant Recipient must
add a link to www.artsorange.org (Orange County Arts Commission logo
preferred) to their main webpage.
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.
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(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. Governing Law and Priority: Both parties agree that this
Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of North Carolina and
Orange County. Grant Recipient shall at all times remain in compliance with all
applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations including but not
limited to all state and federal anti-discrimination laws, policies, rules, and
regulations and the Orange County Non-Discrimination Policy and Orange
County Living Wage Policy (each policy is incorporated herein by reference and
may be viewed at
http://www.orangecountync.gov/departments/purchasing_division/contracts.php.).
Any violation of this requirement is a breach of this Agreement and Arts
Commission may immediately terminate this Agreement without further
obligation on the part of the Arts Commission. This paragraph is not intended to
limit and does not limit the definition of breach to discrimination. By executing
this Agreement the Grant Recipient certifies that they has not been identified, and
has not utilized the services of any agent or subcontractor identified, on the list
created by the State Treasurer pursuant to G.S. 147-86.58. By executing this
Agreement the Grant Recipient certifies that they has not been identified, and has
not utilized the services of any agent or subcontractor identified, on the list
created by the State Treasurer pursuant to G.S. 147-86.81. By executing this
Agreement Grant Recipient affirms they are and shall remain in compliance with
Article 2 of Chapter 64 of the North Carolina General Statutes. In determining
the basic services to be provided, should any documents be referenced in or
attached to this Agreement, the terms herein shall have priority in any conflict
between the terms of referenced documents and the terms of this Agreement.
C.Dispute Resolution: Neither party may initiate binding arbitration. Any disputes
shall be resolved by nonbinding mediation. If such mediation fails either party
may initiate litigation to resolve the dispute. Should either party initiate litigation
to settle any dispute involving the terms of this Agreement such litigation shall be
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initiated in the General Court of Justice of North Carolina seated in Orange
County, North Carolina.
D.Signatures. This Agreement together with any amendments or modifications may
be executed electronically. All electronic signatures affixed hereto evidence the
intent of the Parties to comply with Article 11A and Article 40 of North Carolina
General Statute Chapter 66.
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.
For and on behalf of the Grant Recipient
Date
For and on behalf of Orange County Government
Bonnie Hammersley, County Manager Date
Nancy Zeman Associate Director
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ORANGE COUNTY—DEPARTMENT USE ONLY
Department
Party/Vendor Name: Party/Vendor Contact Person: Contact Phone: Party/Vendor Address:
City State: NC Zip: Department: COUNTYMGR/Arts Commission Amount:
Purpose: 2023-24 Arts Grants Budget Code(s):37601020-683000 Vendor # (N/A if new vendor) Vendor
is a BOCC consultant? Yes No Contract Type: (Check one) New Renewal Amendment Effective
No Date 9-29-2023 Approved by Board Yes Agenda Date:
This agreement is approved as to technical form and content:
Department Director’s Signature Date:
Information Technologies
(Applicable only to hardware/software purchases or related services) This agreement has been reviewed and is
approved as to information technology content and specifications:
Office of the Chief Information Officer Date:
Risk Management
This agreement is approved for sufficiency of insurance standards, specifications, and requirements:
Office of the Risk Management Officer Date:
Financial Services
This instrument has been pre-audited in the manner required by the Local Government Budget and Fiscal Control
Act:
Office of the Chief Financial Officer Date:
Legal Services
This agreement is approved as to legal form and sufficiency:
Office of the County Attorney Date:
Clerk to the Board
Received for record retention:
All Docusign contracts must be copied to Laura Jensen upon completion @ljensen@orangecountync.gov
The following signature block is for hard copies only and is not required for Docusign contracts:
Office of the Clerk to the Board _Date:_
Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation Nancy Zeman 919-968-8819
PO Box 877 Carrbobo 27510 $700.00
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Orange County Arts Commission Powered by Submittable
Title Chapel Hil l -Carrboro Publi c School
Foundation
by Nancy Zeman in 2023-24 Grassroots Arts Program Grant
Application
750 S. Merritt Mill Road
Lincoln Center
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
27516
United States
919-225-0075
nzeman@chccs.k12.nc.us
06/05/2023
id. 40207995
Original Submission 06/05/2023
APPLICANT
INFORMATION
Please tell us about your organization.
Organization Name Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation
Mailing Address of
Organization
PO Box 877
Carrboro, NC 27510
How did you hear about
our grant program?
OCAC Enews
Did you or a
representative of your
orgnanization attend one
of our grants training
sessions?
No
Nature of Organization Arts Education Provider
Schools Only: If you are
requesting funds for
teaching artists,
performing artists, or
artists-in-residence, are
you booking the artist(s)
through the Durham Arts
Council's CAPS Program
or United Arts Council's
Artists in Schools
Program?
No
Organization Description The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation's (PSF) mission is to support public education
in Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public Schools through programs that advance student enrichment and
teacher development. Our Vision: All Students in our schools receive an excellent and equitable
education for the highest quality educators. Our Core Values/Beliefs: Every child deserves the best
possible education; excellent educators ignite learning; and high quality public education is
essential to academic success and a vibrant community. W hat we do: Create awareness of the
value and importance of quality public education; award grants for promising innovative educational
practices; provide students with additional academic support and growth opportunities critical to
academic success; offer educators and staff financial assistance for professional development;
partner with the community and raise financial support from individuals, foundations, and
businesses; and manage funds responsibly with the highest degree of ethical standards.
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Has your organization
undergone any Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion
(DEI) training? If so,
please explain. If not,
please explain any
barriers that have
prevented you from
receiving this training.
Yes, PSF staff members have attended DEI trainings--some have been put on by the Chapel Hill-
Carrboro City School (CHCCS) District, others by the Racial Equity Institute.
PSF believes that one of the major strengths of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools is the
diversity of the student and teacher populations. In recent years, the immigrant and refugee
populations in our school community have increased as Latinx, Burmese, Syrian, and Congolese
(to name the largest groups) families have moved into our school District. Numerous studies have
shown the benefits of diversity in schools--not only ethnic/race diversity, but diversity with respect
to gender, economic background, and religion. The presence of diversity in the classroom allows
students to consider perspectives and opinions beyond those they have already formed or were
shaped in early life by family and friends. By presenting students with viewpoints different from their
own, it gives them the opportunity to think critically about their own beliefs and examine the world in
new, informed ways. Research also shows that the more ideas and experiences people are
exposed to, the more creative they can be. Additionally, studies have shown that as classrooms
become more racially balanced, students feel safer, less bullied, and less lonely. Students also
tended to view teachers as fair; they seek out, rather than avoid, cross-race interactions at school.
When students enter the professional world, they will join a vast and diverse workforce. Interacting
with people of all different backgrounds and mindsets can make students better prepared for their
life beyond the school walls.
At PSF, both the staff and the Board are committed to including diversity, equity, and inclusion
practices at the center of our daily work. Thirty six percent of PSF’s Board of Directors members
are people of color. A major focus of the Foundation’s programming is support for underserved
students, especially our black and brown students, English Language Learners, students with
learning differences, and students from low-income backgrounds.
During FY22-23, will your
organization receive
operational support
funding from the North
Carolina Arts Council or
the North Carolina
Department of Natural
and Cultural Resources?
No
Organization's EIN 561421977.0
Organization Website publicschoolfoundation.org
Authorizing Official's
Name
Madeline Blobe
Authorizing Official's Title Executive Director
Authorizing Official's
Phone
919-968-8819
Authorizing Official's
Email
mblobe@chccs.k12.nc.us
Applicant Race White
Free and Reduced Lunch
Percentage
23
Financial Overview
FinancialOv erv iew_Submittable.xlsx
Organizational Financial Statements
2022-23_PSF_Operating_Budget_.xlsx_-_Google_Sheets.pdf
Draft_2023-24_Budget.pdf
STC.04_-
_2021_Form_990_Client_Public_Chapel_Hill_Carrboro_Public_School_Foundation_2021_6_30_2022_In_Process.pdf
CHCPSF_-
_Issued_Financial_Statement_Chapel_Hill_Carrboro_Public_School_Foundation_2022_6_30_2022_In_Process.pdf
Deficit/Surplus
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Are you an entity of
UNC-Chapel Hill or
another unit of state
government?
No
PROJECT/PROGRAM
INFORMATION
Tell us about your project or program
Title of Grant Request Visiting Artist
Grant Amount Requested $700
Is the person in charge
of this program or project
different from the
Authorizing Official?
Yes
Project Director Name Jessica Greene
Project Director Title Art Teacher _FPGB Elementary
Project Director Street
Address
101 Smith Level Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Project Director Phone (919) 942-6491
Project Director Email jgreene@chccs.k12.nc.us
W hat are you requesting
funding for?
A specific program or project
Project/Program
Summary
A Native American potter and a member of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe will be invited as a visiting artist
to FPGB Elementary where the students will learn different methods used in pottery such as hand
coiling, pinch pots, hand building. Additionally they will learn how art plays a major role in the Native
American lifestyle; how American Indians make pottery; how they tell their stories through the clay;
and how pottery has been used in the past and how it's used today. Pre- and post-visit activities
will include the use of books highlighting different social emotional skills. Books include Many
Shapes of Clay by Kenesha Sneed, Dave the Potter by Laban Carrick Hill, and Josefina by
Jeanette W inter.
Project Start Date (no
earlier than July 1, 2023)
January 1, 2024
Project End Date (no
later than June 30, 2024)
May 1, 2024
Project Goals This project meets the district goal of instructional excellence. This artist visit provides an
experience for fourth grade students that fits with the district's core value of engagement. This
project aligns with the goal: Goal 1 (G1): CHCCS students will be provided access to a challenging,
diverse and culturally relevant, standards-aligned curriculum which is student-centered and will
propel their educational growth and achievement. Specifically, students will learn from a North
Carolina Native American potter. The students will have the opportunity to learn about American
Indian history and art. Ms. Lynch will lead a discussion with students about what they have learned
about American Indians in North Carolina. She will bring in a collection of her pottery for the
students to see. The students will learn how art plays a major role in the Native American lifestyle.
The students will learn how American Indians make pottery and how they tell their stories through
the clay. They will learn how pottery has been used in the past and how it's used today. They will
learn about natural resources used to make pottery and the different methods used such as hand
coiling, pinch pots, hand building. The students will learn about the natural tools used to create
textures on the pots. Ms. Lynch will talk about beliefs about the turtle and the students will make
their own clay turtle.
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Cirruculum and
Enrichment
This project addresses standards in Visual Art and Social Studies, and also connects with Social
and Emotional goals.
Social Studies Standards:
4.B.1 Understand ways in which values and beliefs have influenced the development of North
Carolina’s identity as a state.
4.B.1.1 Explain how traditions, social structure, and artistic expression have contributed to the
unique identity of North Carolina.
4.B.1.1 Explain how traditions, social structure, and artistic expression have contributed to the
unique identity of North Carolina.
Visual Art Standards: 4.CX.1 Understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the
visual arts.
4.CX.1.1 Understand how the visual arts have affected, and are reflected in, the culture, traditions,
and history of North Carolina. 4.CX.1.2 Recognize key contributions of North Carolina artists in art
history.
Social Emotional Competencies:
Social Awareness (The abilities to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others,
including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and contexts.)
Relationship Skills (The abilities to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships and
to effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups.) All students will produce a
piece of clay art. Students will demonstrate their learning in post-visit activities and assessments
Audience Description All fourth grade students at FPGB Elementary (approximately 100 students)
American Indian/Alaska Native-0.2%
Asian-1.4%
Hispanic-49.4%
Black-6.2%
White-37.5%
Multiracial-5.3%
Free or Reduced Lunch population-29%
Location Description FPGB Elementary School Art classroom that has accommodations for students with physical and
mental disabilities.
Artist Description Senora Lynch (https://aim-nc.com/senora-lynch) is a Native American potter and a member of the
Haliwa-Saponi tribe. She is nationally known for her unique style of extraordinarily detailed hand
carved pottery. Lynch builds her pots using the traditional coiling method, while decorating her work
with Native American symbols and motifs of her childhood in the homeland of her people, “the
meadows” of Hollister, NC.
Senora became interested in making pottery at age fourteen after having been previously shown
ancient pottery shards and assisting with a pottery class for her Haliwa-Saponi tribal elders. She
also weaved chair bottoms alongside her mother and grandfather, learned to do beadwork, and
started making American Indian regalia.
Years later, her passion transformed into a business that she named “Living Traditions” because
the designs on her pottery are full of living traditional stories and beliefs of her people. The designs
come through the Night Sky and are revealed to her in her dreams. She uses many American
Indian symbols and motifs found in the natural environment, including bowls, turtles, lizards,
maidens, smudge bowls, wedding vases, bears, which work in unison to convey the story being told
on that piece of pottery. Senora’s pottery has evolved to include different shapes, including bowls,
turtles, lizards, maidens, smudge bowls, wedding vases, bears, and plaques, among others.
Senora is listed in the North Carolina Artist Directory, with which she has served as an artist in
residency for over 20 years. Senora has work in permanent collections of the Smithsonian’s
National Museum of the American Indian and at the N.C. Museum of History. Senora was the
recipient of the N.C. Folk Heritage Award in 2007 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the
River People Music and Culture Fest in 2013, both for her work in promoting and preserving the
culture of the Haliwa-Saponi people. Most recently, Senora’s strong designs have made it onto the
walkway and seating of the University of NC at Chapel Hill’s campus.
Are you hiring
multicultural artists with
the requested funds from
this grant?
Yes
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For each multicultural
artist you intend to hire,
please list their name,
race, and how much you
plan to pay them.
Senora Lynch-Native American
Fee + travel-$700
How will the
project/program be
publicized and promoted
to reach intended
participants?
Students will learn about the visiting artist from their Art Teacher. She will prepare the students with
a pre-visit lesson that will introduce them to Native American pottery, pottery techniques, and the
use of pottery across various cultures. She will also do post-visit activities with the students to
assess their learning and build on their knowledge and skills.
How will you evaluate the
success of the program?
Teachers will assess student knowledge and understanding with pre- and post-visit discussions.
The counselor and positive behavior specialist will assess the effectiveness of the project’s impact
on social emotional needs through morning meeting gatherings and through surveys. The Art
teacher will evaluate how successful each student was in creating their own ceramic piece.
PROJECT/PROGRAM
BUDGET
Please fill out the charts below with your project's expenses and income. Use the "Explanation" box
to offer details for each category. NOTE: The Total Cash Expense must equal the Total Cash
Income.
Project Expense
Expenses-english-rev ised.xlsx
Project Income
Income-english-rev ised.xlsx
Resumes of artists/administrators
Senora_Richardson_Lynch.docx
Board of Directors List
PSF_Board_of_Directors_Roster_2023-2024_updated_May_2023_-_Google_Sheets.pdf
IRS Tax Exemption
IRS_org_determination_letter_1985.pdf
W ork Samples
Senora_Richardson_Lynch_work_samples.pdf
Video Sample: External
Link 1
Video Sample: External
Link 2
Video Sample: External
Link 3
Letters of support
(optional)
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Orange County Arts Commission Powered by Submittable
Title Chapel Hil l -Carrboro Publi c School
Foundation
by Nancy Zeman in 2023-24 Grassroots Arts Program Grant
Application
750 S. Merritt Mill Road
Lincoln Center
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
27516
United States
919-225-0075
nzeman@chccs.k12.nc.us
06/05/2023
id. 40207995
Original Submission 06/05/2023
APPLICANT
INFORMATION
Please tell us about your organization.
Organization Name Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation
Mailing Address of
Organization
PO Box 877
Carrboro, NC 27510
How did you hear about
our grant program?
OCAC Enews
Did you or a
representative of your
orgnanization attend one
of our grants training
sessions?
No
Nature of Organization Arts Education Provider
Schools Only: If you are
requesting funds for
teaching artists,
performing artists, or
artists-in-residence, are
you booking the artist(s)
through the Durham Arts
Council's CAPS Program
or United Arts Council's
Artists in Schools
Program?
No
Organization Description The Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public School Foundation's (PSF) mission is to support public education
in Chapel Hill-Carrboro Public Schools through programs that advance student enrichment and
teacher development. Our Vision: All Students in our schools receive an excellent and equitable
education for the highest quality educators. Our Core Values/Beliefs: Every child deserves the best
possible education; excellent educators ignite learning; and high quality public education is
essential to academic success and a vibrant community. W hat we do: Create awareness of the
value and importance of quality public education; award grants for promising innovative educational
practices; provide students with additional academic support and growth opportunities critical to
academic success; offer educators and staff financial assistance for professional development;
partner with the community and raise financial support from individuals, foundations, and
businesses; and manage funds responsibly with the highest degree of ethical standards.
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Has your organization
undergone any Diversity,
Equity, and Inclusion
(DEI) training? If so,
please explain. If not,
please explain any
barriers that have
prevented you from
receiving this training.
Yes, PSF staff members have attended DEI trainings--some have been put on by the Chapel Hill-
Carrboro City School (CHCCS) District, others by the Racial Equity Institute.
PSF believes that one of the major strengths of the Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools is the
diversity of the student and teacher populations. In recent years, the immigrant and refugee
populations in our school community have increased as Latinx, Burmese, Syrian, and Congolese
(to name the largest groups) families have moved into our school District. Numerous studies have
shown the benefits of diversity in schools--not only ethnic/race diversity, but diversity with respect
to gender, economic background, and religion. The presence of diversity in the classroom allows
students to consider perspectives and opinions beyond those they have already formed or were
shaped in early life by family and friends. By presenting students with viewpoints different from their
own, it gives them the opportunity to think critically about their own beliefs and examine the world in
new, informed ways. Research also shows that the more ideas and experiences people are
exposed to, the more creative they can be. Additionally, studies have shown that as classrooms
become more racially balanced, students feel safer, less bullied, and less lonely. Students also
tended to view teachers as fair; they seek out, rather than avoid, cross-race interactions at school.
When students enter the professional world, they will join a vast and diverse workforce. Interacting
with people of all different backgrounds and mindsets can make students better prepared for their
life beyond the school walls.
At PSF, both the staff and the Board are committed to including diversity, equity, and inclusion
practices at the center of our daily work. Thirty six percent of PSF’s Board of Directors members
are people of color. A major focus of the Foundation’s programming is support for underserved
students, especially our black and brown students, English Language Learners, students with
learning differences, and students from low-income backgrounds.
During FY22-23, will your
organization receive
operational support
funding from the North
Carolina Arts Council or
the North Carolina
Department of Natural
and Cultural Resources?
No
Organization's EIN 561421977.0
Organization Website publicschoolfoundation.org
Authorizing Official's
Name
Madeline Blobe
Authorizing Official's Title Executive Director
Authorizing Official's
Phone
919-968-8819
Authorizing Official's
Email
mblobe@chccs.k12.nc.us
Applicant Race White
Free and Reduced Lunch
Percentage
23
Financial Overview
FinancialOv erv iew_Submittable.xlsx
Organizational Financial Statements
2022-23_PSF_Operating_Budget_.xlsx_-_Google_Sheets.pdf
Draft_2023-24_Budget.pdf
STC.04_-
_2021_Form_990_Client_Public_Chapel_Hill_Carrboro_Public_School_Foundation_2021_6_30_2022_In_Process.pdf
CHCPSF_-
_Issued_Financial_Statement_Chapel_Hill_Carrboro_Public_School_Foundation_2022_6_30_2022_In_Process.pdf
Deficit/Surplus
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Are you an entity of
UNC-Chapel Hill or
another unit of state
government?
No
PROJECT/PROGRAM
INFORMATION
Tell us about your project or program
Title of Grant Request Visiting Artist
Grant Amount Requested $700
Is the person in charge
of this program or project
different from the
Authorizing Official?
Yes
Project Director Name Jessica Greene
Project Director Title Art Teacher _FPGB Elementary
Project Director Street
Address
101 Smith Level Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516
Project Director Phone (919) 942-6491
Project Director Email jgreene@chccs.k12.nc.us
W hat are you requesting
funding for?
A specific program or project
Project/Program
Summary
A Native American potter and a member of the Haliwa-Saponi tribe will be invited as a visiting artist
to FPGB Elementary where the students will learn different methods used in pottery such as hand
coiling, pinch pots, hand building. Additionally they will learn how art plays a major role in the Native
American lifestyle; how American Indians make pottery; how they tell their stories through the clay;
and how pottery has been used in the past and how it's used today. Pre- and post-visit activities
will include the use of books highlighting different social emotional skills. Books include Many
Shapes of Clay by Kenesha Sneed, Dave the Potter by Laban Carrick Hill, and Josefina by
Jeanette W inter.
Project Start Date (no
earlier than July 1, 2023)
January 1, 2024
Project End Date (no
later than June 30, 2024)
May 1, 2024
Project Goals This project meets the district goal of instructional excellence. This artist visit provides an
experience for fourth grade students that fits with the district's core value of engagement. This
project aligns with the goal: Goal 1 (G1): CHCCS students will be provided access to a challenging,
diverse and culturally relevant, standards-aligned curriculum which is student-centered and will
propel their educational growth and achievement. Specifically, students will learn from a North
Carolina Native American potter. The students will have the opportunity to learn about American
Indian history and art. Ms. Lynch will lead a discussion with students about what they have learned
about American Indians in North Carolina. She will bring in a collection of her pottery for the
students to see. The students will learn how art plays a major role in the Native American lifestyle.
The students will learn how American Indians make pottery and how they tell their stories through
the clay. They will learn how pottery has been used in the past and how it's used today. They will
learn about natural resources used to make pottery and the different methods used such as hand
coiling, pinch pots, hand building. The students will learn about the natural tools used to create
textures on the pots. Ms. Lynch will talk about beliefs about the turtle and the students will make
their own clay turtle.
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Cirruculum and
Enrichment
This project addresses standards in Visual Art and Social Studies, and also connects with Social
and Emotional goals.
Social Studies Standards:
4.B.1 Understand ways in which values and beliefs have influenced the development of North
Carolina’s identity as a state.
4.B.1.1 Explain how traditions, social structure, and artistic expression have contributed to the
unique identity of North Carolina.
4.B.1.1 Explain how traditions, social structure, and artistic expression have contributed to the
unique identity of North Carolina.
Visual Art Standards: 4.CX.1 Understand the global, historical, societal, and cultural contexts of the
visual arts.
4.CX.1.1 Understand how the visual arts have affected, and are reflected in, the culture, traditions,
and history of North Carolina. 4.CX.1.2 Recognize key contributions of North Carolina artists in art
history.
Social Emotional Competencies:
Social Awareness (The abilities to understand the perspectives of and empathize with others,
including those from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and contexts.)
Relationship Skills (The abilities to establish and maintain healthy and supportive relationships and
to effectively navigate settings with diverse individuals and groups.) All students will produce a
piece of clay art. Students will demonstrate their learning in post-visit activities and assessments
Audience Description All fourth grade students at FPGB Elementary (approximately 100 students)
American Indian/Alaska Native-0.2%
Asian-1.4%
Hispanic-49.4%
Black-6.2%
White-37.5%
Multiracial-5.3%
Free or Reduced Lunch population-29%
Location Description FPGB Elementary School Art classroom that has accommodations for students with physical and
mental disabilities.
Artist Description Senora Lynch (https://aim-nc.com/senora-lynch) is a Native American potter and a member of the
Haliwa-Saponi tribe. She is nationally known for her unique style of extraordinarily detailed hand
carved pottery. Lynch builds her pots using the traditional coiling method, while decorating her work
with Native American symbols and motifs of her childhood in the homeland of her people, “the
meadows” of Hollister, NC.
Senora became interested in making pottery at age fourteen after having been previously shown
ancient pottery shards and assisting with a pottery class for her Haliwa-Saponi tribal elders. She
also weaved chair bottoms alongside her mother and grandfather, learned to do beadwork, and
started making American Indian regalia.
Years later, her passion transformed into a business that she named “Living Traditions” because
the designs on her pottery are full of living traditional stories and beliefs of her people. The designs
come through the Night Sky and are revealed to her in her dreams. She uses many American
Indian symbols and motifs found in the natural environment, including bowls, turtles, lizards,
maidens, smudge bowls, wedding vases, bears, which work in unison to convey the story being told
on that piece of pottery. Senora’s pottery has evolved to include different shapes, including bowls,
turtles, lizards, maidens, smudge bowls, wedding vases, bears, and plaques, among others.
Senora is listed in the North Carolina Artist Directory, with which she has served as an artist in
residency for over 20 years. Senora has work in permanent collections of the Smithsonian’s
National Museum of the American Indian and at the N.C. Museum of History. Senora was the
recipient of the N.C. Folk Heritage Award in 2007 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the
River People Music and Culture Fest in 2013, both for her work in promoting and preserving the
culture of the Haliwa-Saponi people. Most recently, Senora’s strong designs have made it onto the
walkway and seating of the University of NC at Chapel Hill’s campus.
Are you hiring
multicultural artists with
the requested funds from
this grant?
Yes
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For each multicultural
artist you intend to hire,
please list their name,
race, and how much you
plan to pay them.
Senora Lynch-Native American
Fee + travel-$700
How will the
project/program be
publicized and promoted
to reach intended
participants?
Students will learn about the visiting artist from their Art Teacher. She will prepare the students with
a pre-visit lesson that will introduce them to Native American pottery, pottery techniques, and the
use of pottery across various cultures. She will also do post-visit activities with the students to
assess their learning and build on their knowledge and skills.
How will you evaluate the
success of the program?
Teachers will assess student knowledge and understanding with pre- and post-visit discussions.
The counselor and positive behavior specialist will assess the effectiveness of the project’s impact
on social emotional needs through morning meeting gatherings and through surveys. The Art
teacher will evaluate how successful each student was in creating their own ceramic piece.
PROJECT/PROGRAM
BUDGET
Please fill out the charts below with your project's expenses and income. Use the "Explanation" box
to offer details for each category. NOTE: The Total Cash Expense must equal the Total Cash
Income.
Project Expense
Expenses-english-rev ised.xlsx
Project Income
Income-english-rev ised.xlsx
Resumes of artists/administrators
Senora_Richardson_Lynch.docx
Board of Directors List
PSF_Board_of_Directors_Roster_2023-2024_updated_May_2023_-_Google_Sheets.pdf
IRS Tax Exemption
IRS_org_determination_letter_1985.pdf
W ork Samples
Senora_Richardson_Lynch_work_samples.pdf
Video Sample: External
Link 1
Video Sample: External
Link 2
Video Sample: External
Link 3
Letters of support
(optional)
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