Hi Everyone,
Hope you are well. Birmingham Arts School has yet another big announcement. For the last three years Birmingham Arts School has run a range of events across Birmingham and it is truly fantastic to see the rich arts offer the City has for children and young people. We want to put a spotlight on arts education and the endeavours of teachers and cultural learning staff across the city.
We are hosting the BAS Celebration Event – an inspirational evening with awards to celebrate cultural learning activity. There are 10 different categories which highlight the work of teachers, arts organisations, artists and placement students.
When is the event? It’s on Tuesday 11th June, at Midlands Arts Centre, from 5.30pm-8.30pm
How does my school enter? Visit this website - https://bep.education/bas/celebration-event-2024/ find out more about each category and fill out the relevant nomination form(s).
Everything you need to know is on website including an FAQ section. There is also guidance for applicants which you can find here. https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/thaoofa0l5kl4kg6e4jvs/BAS-Awards-2024-Guidance-for-Applicants.pdf?rlkey=5vzrl64dwbg862t7pyb0ykwg2&dl=0
Nominations Open: TODAY.
Nominations Close: Monday 20th May 12pm (You have just under a month!)
Shortlisted Nominees announced: Thursday on 24th May.
What will it cost and what do I get for the price?
The price will be £15 per attendee which will include a welcome drink, a sandwich buffet and an exciting evening of speeches and awards.
There will be 3 shortlisted nominees in each category and the winner will be announced at the event. Each category has three judges from the cultural and education sectors who will be responsible for shortlisting and choosing a winner.
Whether or not you are shortlisted, this is a fantastic event to see the incredible work taking place across Birmingham schools, find inspiration on projects you could run in your own schools and learn more about BAS’s vital role in the city.
Please do get your nominations in soon and be sure to also check out our next three events:
30th April - Primary Artslink Event – www.tinyurl.com/PrimaryArtslink3
8th May – Secondary Drama Teacher Network Meeting – www.tinyurl.com/BASDramaMay
13th May - ACE Dance and Music CPD for Primary and Secondary Schools – www.tinyurl.com/ADMCPD
