Pegasus ArtWorks

This article has multiple issues. Please help improve it or discuss these issues on the talk page. (Learn how and when to remove these messages)

This article's tone or style may not reflect the encyclopedic tone used on Wikipedia. See Wikipedia's guide to writing better articles for suggestions. (September 2012) (Learn how and when to remove this message)

|

This article's use of external links may not follow Wikipedia's policies or guidelines. Please improve this article by removing excessive or inappropriate external links, and converting useful links where appropriate into footnote references. (March 2019) (Learn how and when to remove this message)

|

This article  uses citations that link to broken or outdated sources. Please improve the article by addressing link rot or discuss this issue on the talk page. (August 2020) (Learn how and when to remove this message)

|

(Learn how and when to remove this message)

Pegasus ArtWorks is the statewide arts program for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Delaware and part of the nationwide movement of the Boys & Girls Clubs of America.[1]

Created in 2002 to create broad-based access to high-yield arts programs, Pegasus ArtWorks provides direct access for at-risk youth to high-quality arts programs.[2] The classes are taught through structured artist-in-residence programming, including fine and performing arts and art/crafts (such as quilting). Classes utilize the arts to teach literary proficiency, reading, mathematical, scientific, and cultural understanding in a contextualized manner. The arts are also utilized to teach leadership and teamwork, build self-confidence, and expose youth to critical thinking skills.[3]

In 2010, Pegasus ArtWorks was named a "Notable Local Initiative" by educational initiatives The Finance Project and ICF International. Inc[4]

Pegasus ArtWorks was highlighted by the Delaware Division of Arts for Excellence in Arts Education in 2012.[5] This included a short documentary piece on Content Delaware, a non-commercial project highlighting arts, and culture in Delaware.[6]

## Programs

[edit]

Programs include, visual art, mural arts, drumming, dance and music. Curriculum is developed in partnership with teaching artists to fit the needs of the youth. The innovative Beat the Odds Curriculum from UCLA Arts and Healing program has been implemented to teach emotional skill building.[6][7][8]

Pegasus ArtWorks is funded through the Delaware Division of the Arts,[9] and was the first art program to be funded by the CJC (Criminal Justice Council). Pegasus ArtWorks also performs programming in BGCDE through OJP Funding, 21st Century Grant Funding and through the efforts of private donors.

## History

[edit]

Founded in 2002, the Pegasus ArtWorks Program was a partnership of the DDOA, BGCDE and the CJC for three sites. Since that time, the program has become statewide.

## Staff

[edit]

The Pegasus ArtWorks Program is administered through the Boys and Girls Clubs of Delaware. Patti Nelson is the Director. Teaching artists include; Alex Spinney, Michael Brown, Jane Chesson, Nicole Luther, Dennis Minus, and Josh Shockley.

## References

[edit]

1. ^ Lamar, Andre (October 17, 2011). "Greater Clayton Smyrna Boys and Girls Club's youth 'rock' out". The News Journal. Retrieved June 5, 2024.
2. ^ "Boys & Girls Club to offer free art classes". Cape Gazette. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 4 Sep 2012.
3. ^ "Boys & Girls Club gears up for school year". The Daily Times. delmarvanow.com. 2012-08-28. Retrieved 2012-09-01.
4. ^ State and Territory Afterschool Profiles: Delaware (PDF). Afterschool Investments. Retrieved 2012-09-01.[permanent dead link]
5. ^ "Celebrating Arts Education". Delaware Division of the Arts. Archived from the original on 2013-01-30. Retrieved 2012-09-01.
6. ^ a b "Now Playing: Pegasus ArtWorks". Content Delaware. 2012-07-15. Archived from the original on 2014-10-18. Retrieved 2012-09-01.
7. ^ "UCLArts and Healing". UCLArts and Healing. Retrieved 2012-09-01.[permanent dead link]
8. ^ Elter, Geraldine (2006-11-23). "Budding artists". The News Journal. Wilmington, Delaware: Pqasb.pqarchiver.com. p. BR.16. Archived from the original on January 31, 2013. Retrieved 2012-09-01.
9. ^ "Delaware Division of the Arts Grant Awards: FY2013" (PDF). Delaware Division of the Arts. July 26, 2012. Archived (PDF) from the original on 2012-08-01. Retrieved 2012-09-01.

## External links

[edit]

* Official website