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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Out and About in the Washington and Duchesne Districts

My job is one of the best!  I have the opportunity to visit schools in all regions of the state.  It is such a highlight for me to see the wonderful work our BTS Arts Educators do in the classroom.  To see the engagement, joy and deep learning that happens when our arts educators teach…

USBE Board Room Art - From Amy Boehme & Jackie Webster

Each month BTS Arts is highlighted by Cathy Jensen, the Director of the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program at the State Board of Education.  We collect art from schools across the state, and Cathy has time on the agenda where she can talk about the art and describe what the students did.  This is remarkable for…

Extending BTS Arts After School - BTS Arts Drama Production

Spencer Duncan, the BTS Arts drama teacher at Elk Meadows Elementary in Jordan School District, goes above and beyond for his students! Not only does he do a wonderful job integrating drama into their core curriculum during the school day, he also stays after school to engage students in musical theater productions. Last year, 5th…
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