Camp Calhoun

Where the Arts Come Naturally

Jenna Hallman was named State Teacher of the Year for the 2008-09 school year.  Hallman will represent South Carolina's 50,000 teachers and participate in a yearlong residency at the Center for Educator Recruitment, Retention and Advancement (CERRA).  She also receives a $25,000 cash award, a 2007 BMW Z-4 roadster to use for the year and a SMART boards (an interactive whiteboard that turns a computer and projector into a teaching and presentation tool).  She will participate in Leadership South Carolina and attend Notre Dame's prestigious three-day Excellence in Teaching Symposium. In addition, she was awarded a Dell laptop computer, a set of Michelin tires and a ring from Jostens.

Calhoun's Spring Performance - A Huge Success!
The third annual schoolwide spring performance held at New Spring was better than ever. Over 2000 people came to watch as Calhoun students sang and danced to various musical scores to the delight of their audience.

"We appreciate the support the Arts Commission has given us," said Principal Ann Self. "Thesefunds bring artists-in-residence to our school and provided additional support for out arts integrated curriculum.

Congratulations!

Wesa Neely was voted Calhoun Teacher of the Year for 2008-2009 by the Calhoun Faculty.

At the Regional Science Fair Awards Ceremony held March 11th at Clemson University, Lillian Hardaway was given the Gold Award and a cash prize of $50.00. Amelia White was given the Silver Award and a cash prize of $25.00.

Calhoun Employees of the Year

Custodian - Harold Richardson
Food Service Employee - Andy Faircloth
Instuctional Support Staff - Rita Kenyon
Maintenance Worker - Ricky McClain
Support Staff - Emily Dobson

Upcoming Events

Artists of the Month

Field Days
K and 1 - May 23
Gr. 4 and 5 - May 26
Gr. 2 and 3 - May 27

 "Create - Aspire - Achieve"

Calhoun Academy of the Arts
1520 East Calhoun Street
Anderson, SC 29621
864-260-5090
Fax:  864-231-2802

Mrs. Ann D. Self, Principal

  Our Mission
The mission of Calhoun Academy of the Arts is to create a collaborative school community that challenges all children to learn, to excel and to be responsible citizens by utilizing successful teaching strategies that integrate the arts through various resources, including families and our community, in a positive learning environment.