Side x Side ignites academic excellence in education through comprehensive arts integration, bringing critical thinking, creativity, and innovation into the K-12 classroom through arts-based programs. Through community partnerships with the University of Southern Maine, the Portland public school district, local artists and professionals, we integrate science, technology, literacy, mathematics and the humanities with the arts to enhance school curricula. Side x Side impacts schools and surrounding communities through four primary objectives: - Strengthen student achievement through engaging interdisciplinary hands-on projects - Facilitate teacher development and intern practicum - Build and stimulate cooperative and lasting partnerships among the arts, education, and professional communities. - Present broad career paths to students through visiting experts.
