Tekamah-Herman Elementary Music was awarded an Arts Now Grant in the amount of $2256.29.
This project centers on ‘Ukuleles’ for the elementary music program, specifically 4th grade at THS. Playing the ukulele allows students to gain firsthand experience applying foundational music literacy concepts like note and rhythm reading in a hands-on fashion. Instruction will also integrate other academic areas such as science, history, and math. The goal is of playing ukuleles is to develop skilled musicians who find joy in music making.
The Arts NOW Grants are special one-time grant opportunities that were made possible by funding from the Nebraska Arts Council in partnership with the NDE and will provide $180,000 to 23 school districts impacting 79 schools throughout the state this spring. The projects will serve more than 20,000 students.
