October 15, 2009

Polito, Peterson and Dykema Announce Creative Grant

Westborough Public Schools Receive Funding for Fine Arts

Boston, MA –Representative Karyn E. Polito (R-Shrewsbury), Representative George N. Peterson, (R-Grafton), and Representative Carolyn C.Dykema, (D-Holliston) are pleased to announce that the Massachusetts Cultural Creative Schools Program has awarded a grant in the amount of $5,155 to the Westborough Public Schools. This is the second year that the school has received this funding, bringing the award total to $11,217. The school has been able to bring in professional photographer, Benjamin Mayer to work alongside students, and now offers four sections of digital photography at the high school, and a unit in eight grade visual arts classrooms.

“What an exciting use of funds for our local students,” said Representative Polito. “These grants help ensure that our kids have access to the latest technology, allowing them to grow and learn about an important field that could turn into a lifelong hobby or career.”

“In such tough fiscal times as we are currently facing, it is great to see that our local school system is receiving this grant,” stated Representative Peterson. “These funds will go a long way in keeping this program alive, and expanding the wonderful and creative services that it offers.”

"Digital photography experience is a must-have for students in our electronic world and its great to see this support for Westborough's hands-on program,” said Representative Dykema. “The mentoring experience afforded by the program will help students develop their skills and give them a glimpse of how they might use their talents in the future."

Student work will be displayed at the Fine Arts Department’s annual art exhibit at the Forbes Municipal Building displayed in the month of April.

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