Mission
Side x Side empowers youth through the arts by working side by side with teachers, artists, and students to strengthen academic achievement, cultivate creativity, and build community.
Side x Side impacts schools and surrounding communities through four primary objectives:
- Strengthen student achievement through engaging hands-on projects
- Facilitate teacher development and intern practicum
- Build and stimulate cooperative and lasting partnerships among the arts, education, and professional communities
- Present broad career paths to students through visiting experts
Vision
All Maine students have access to a creative, arts-based education that unlocks their potential, cultivates community, fosters a strong sense of purpose, and prepares them for life.
Values
CURIOSITY
We embrace new ideas, perspectives, and experiences.
CREATIVITY
We celebrate innovation, critical thinking, and personal expression.
CONNECTION
We cultivate empathy and understanding by forging meaningful relationships that enhance and strengthen community ties.
LEARNING
We commit to lifelong growth and welcome the joys and challenges of the process.
COLLABORATION
We bring together diverse thinkers to work towards a common goal.
EQUITY
We promote inclusivity and address barriers to learning.
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