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Young writers learn the value of craft and sound writing techniques.
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Young dancers receive intensive training that supports their development and artistic growth.
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Young actors train for careers on stage and screen led by experienced, practicing artists.
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Aspiring filmmakers learn the art of telling cinematic stories while gaining hands-on experience with every step of the process.
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Young musicians gain advanced musical skills and explore diverse opportunities that shape their artistic development.
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Young visual artists learn creative processes and techniques across a wide array of mediums.
By The Numbers
#1
Best High School for the Arts in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com.
#2
Best Public High School Teachers in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com
#3
Best College Prep Public High School in South Carolina
Ranked by Niche.com
168,880
Individuals reached in South Carolina through Outreach initiatives
643 arts experiences were delivered across all 46 SC counties
1 of 4
Public schools accredited nationally by ACCPAS
Only 17 schools in the nation are accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Precollegiate Arts Schools.
100%
College acceptance rate
Every student who applies is accepted to at least one college or university.
10
Students named U.S. Presidential Scholars in the Arts
The highest national honor bestowed on only 20 high school seniors each year
83%
Of students taking AP tests in 2023 received a score of 3 or higher
Certain subject areas even attained a perfect 100% pass rate
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Spark! Inspiring Tomorrow’s Readers Through Drama has been named the winner of the 2024 Dick and Tunky Riley WhatWorksSC Award, awarded annually by The Riley Institute at Furman University. The award, named after former U.S. Secretary of Education and two-term S.C. Governor Richard Riley and his late wife Tunky, recognizes exceptional programs making a positive impact on South Carolina public education.
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The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Foundation is excited to announce the addition of five new members to its board of directors.
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Governor's School student Charlie Ratterree attended Palmetto Boys State and was selected to attend Boys Nation 2024.
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