Arts in Education Leadership (formerly known as Joint Arts Administrators) is an engaging professional development initiative tailored for educators leading arts programs in schools and districts. Led by an advisory committee This dynamic program is designed to empower participants with the tools, strategies, and insights needed to elevate arts education and foster a culture of creativity and innovation in their schools and districts.

The program is structured into two focused chapters, ensuring a customized experience for participants:
  •  Principals of Arts Integrated, Arts Enriched, Arts-Focused Schools (or even schools that are interested in adding more Arts!)
    This chapter equips school leaders with strategies to champion arts integration, build strong arts partnerships, and nurture a thriving arts-centered school environment. Participants will explore best practices in leading creative teams, aligning arts programs with academic goals, and advocating for the arts as a vital component of whole-child education.
  • District Arts Coordinators, Fine Arts Coordinators, and those manage Arts programs at a district level
    Designed for district-level arts administrators, this chapter focuses on systemic approaches to advancing arts education. Participants will develop leadership skills to manage district-wide arts programs, cultivate community and stakeholder engagement, and implement innovative initiatives to ensure equitable access to the arts for all students.
Through collaborative workshops, expert-led sessions, and peer networking, participants will gain actionable insights and a supportive professional community. Together, we will harness collective strength to build strong communities and advance arts education across South Carolina.
Join us in shaping the future of arts in education—one leader, one school, one district at a time!

Upcoming Events

Our Biggest Event of the Year!

​Your registration includes hotel accommodations and most meals, ensuring a seamless and enriching experience. 
Join us for an exclusive two-day District Arts Coordinators Summit in Columbia, the heart of South Carolina! This central location offers easy access for arts leaders across the state to come together for professional growth and collaboration. The summit, presented in partnership with the South Carolina Department of Education, provides an unparalleled opportunity to engage with expert facilitators from the Texas Fine Arts Administrators Association.

Participants will dive into essential topics tailored for district-level arts leaders, including:
  • Professional Development Planning and Human Resources Management
  • Budget Planning and Management
  • Scheduling Management
  • Arts Programming for Special Learners
Through interactive sessions and peer-to-peer networking, attendees will gain valuable insights, strategies, and resources to strengthen their arts programs and enhance student outcomes.
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Don't miss this unique opportunity to connect with peers, learn from national experts, and elevate arts education in your district.
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Space is limited—reserve your spot today and be part of advancing the future of arts education in South Carolina!

Past Events

Are you a principal that is interested in learning more about the benefits of adding the arts into multiple curricula?  Join us for an informal chat about managing this process and what resources are available in the state. 
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This was a virtual session on April 4, 2025, at 10am. 
We're bringing together arts education students and those that hire for arts education positions in K-12 Schools! Join us for an evening of conversation and possibility.

This was an in-person event on April 24, 2025, from 5:00pm-7:00pm, at EdVenture in Columbia.

    Want to be the first to know about additional opportunities in the Joint Arts Administrators Institute? Fill out the contact form below for priority access to these professional development opportunities!

​Principals and Arts Coordinators regularly craft and deliver professional learning for teachers but are not provided regular opportunities to expand their own professional learning.  The content of the Joint Arts Administrator Institute is designed to meet the specific learning needs of district arts coordinators, principals of arts focused and integrated schools, and others who serve in arts administrative roles within schools.

​Based on feedback from principals and arts coordinators, the Joint Arts Administrators Institute will incorporate an instructional approach that will give participants real world practices and solutions that can be implemented in order to improve student achievement in and through the arts.

The PSAE Joint Art Administrators Institute is a joint project of PSAE and ​the South Carolina Department of Education.