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The Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program (BTS Arts) provides arts-integrated instruction to elementary students, effectively increasing student performance in every subject—from language arts and social studies to math and science. The program is currently in 400 Utah elementary schools in 36 districts, including over 30 charter schools, and is serving over 300,000 students.

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Data Portrait

Drawing a portrait of yourself using data.

Ancient Egypt

Students use pantomime and role-playing to understand the roles in ancient EgyptStudents use pantomime and role-playing to understand the roles in ancient Egypt

Volcanoes

Explore rain forests, coral reefs, tropical islands and volcanoes through role play.

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10 Books to Include in Your Classroom - The Art of Education

There is nothing like reading a good book to your students. Books are a great addition to any art room and provide many benefits. They’re a great choice for early finishers, essential for research, and an engaging way to introduce a lesson. There are many books related to art, artists, creativity, imagination, and art…

Get to Know our BTS Arts Educators and District Arts Coordinators

Jordan Nelson BTS Drama Educator Canyons School District Adam Eskelson Supervisor Fine Arts Salt Lake City School District When you think about your favorite teachers, what comes to mind? Was it a funny song they sang to get you ready for class? Was it a fun, engaging art project? The feeling they…

Social Studies Deep Dive with a Librarian

Beth Tanner, SLC School Librarian The University of Utah invited Beth Tanner, Salt Lake District School Librarian, to present at their BTS kick-off in August. Your school librarian is a great resource who can provide you with literature ideas. Beth gave good suggestions on how to “Do a Social Studies Deep Dive with a…

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