Arts in Education

Overview

Since 1987, Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts (RCCA) has provided innovative arts-based programs designed to serve the children, older youth, teachers, adults, and seniors of Camden, New Jersey. In response to increasing demand for these services, RCCA’s Education, Enrichment & Community Arts Programs (EECAP) have grown significantly in quality, scope, and depth. In general, the EECAP programs are designed to: a) build skills and abilities within various arts disciplines; b) foster self-awareness of individual artistic assets; c) augment knowledge of the arts in historical and cultural context; d) increase understanding of the arts as integral to the quality of life; and e) promote regular participation in a wide range of arts.

Poetry Out Loud

Region 1 Finalists

March 5, 2008

Poetry Out Loud invites the dynamic aspects of slam poetry, spoken word and, and theatre into the English class. This program, which began in 2005, helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about their literary heritage.

Winners from each of the 3 Regional Contests will come to NJN Studios on Thursday, March 27, 2008 to compete for the title of New Jersey State Champion. The state champion will receive $200 and an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, DC to compete for the national championship. The state winner's school will receive a $500 stipend for the purchase of poetry books. A state runner-up will receive $100, with $200 for his or her school library. The National Finals will take place April 27-29, 2008 in Washington, DC.

The Region 1 finals took place on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 at Rutgers-Camden Center for the Arts' Gordon Theater. The winners are:

Regina Palombo, Mainland Regional High School (Linwood)
Emma Shakarshy, Atlantic City High School (Atlantic City)

Thanks to all the teachers, administrators, parents and students for joining in on the program!