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Fine Arts Community School (FACS)

Everything Is An Art

Dedicated to providing quality fine arts instruction to the community since 1993, BU’s Fine Arts Community School (FACS) is a community service outreach program that enables local families and students of all ages and interests, including home-schoolers, to explore and study the arts with the guidance of mentors and professionals who have appropriate training and experience. Expanding beyond the arts in recent years, FACS also offers instruction in a variety of other trades and skills to reach an even broader audience of those who enjoy learning and experiencing new interests.

FACS offers classes, lessons, programs, and workshops each semester during the academic year, along with week-long camps during the summer.

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FACS Offerings

These offerings are always available

Private Music Lessons

5 for $110 | 10 for $190
Piano, Voice, Violin, Guitar, Harp, etc.

Private Academic Lessons

5 for $110 | 10 for $190
Tutoring in Reading, Writing, etc.

Seasonal FACS Offerings

These offerings are available seasonally

Embroidery Techniques

Instructor: Jess Smith

Join our Basic Embroidery Techniques one-day workshop to learn how to create with thread! Materials will be provided including two designs to choose from. This class will allow you to learn how to transfer a design, learn beginner stitches, and how to finish a project. Come learn embroidery to create with a new medium that has endless possibilities.

Friday, June 17th

Cost: $50 (Includes needed supplies)
Time: 5:00 – 7:30pm (1.5 hour class)
Location: TBD

Elementary Music Class

Instructor: Hannah Ingo

Join us as we learn the basics of music, sing fun songs, and create and play our own homemade instruments! We will also explore the music of a variety of genres, music from other countries, and learn songs with sign language. (Musical experience is not required.)

Fridays – July 8th / 15th / 22nd / 29th

Cost: $50
Time: 10:30 – 11:30am
Location: TBD

Basic Acrylic Painting

Instructor: Sarah Cecil

Students will learn the basics of handling acrylic paints and the best techniques for caring for brushes while exploring a variety of techniques (mixing colors, creating an acrylic palette, layering paints, etc.) and subject matter (landscapes, still life, animals).

Fridays – July 8th / 15th / 22nd / 29th

Ages: PreK-5th & 6th-12th
Cost: $60
Time: 5:30 – 6:30pm
Location: TBD

Tap Dance Class

Instructor: Brendan Moir

Looking for some fun community building that’ll get your body moving? Come and join us for some tap classes! We have beginner classes as well as intermediate/advanced classes for those of you wanting to test your skills. Learn the fundamentals of the style while practicing different combinations that you can show off to your friends and family. Let’s get grooving!

Fridays – June 3rd / 10th / 17th / 24th

Ages: 7+ years
Cost: $60 (Beginner) $70 (Advanced)
Time: 6:00pm (Beginner) 7:00pm (Advanced)
Location: Harmon Chapel

Do I only apply once?

  • No. Students must apply each academic year for the fall semester and submit the necessary documents.

Do I have to take the classes specified in the Associate's Degree tracks as they are listed on the information sheet?

  • No. Students may take any of the courses that are offered in a given term.

Where do I find the textbook listing, and where do I purchase the books?

  • Log in to myBU, and under the "Student" tab, you will find a list of the textbooks required (if any) for each course. Students are responsible for purchasing their own textbooks.

How long is a semester?

  • Our semesters are divided into two 8-week terms.

Is there an orientation?

  • Yes. Students can attend an orientation session that explains how to access courses, how to register for classes, and answers other questions.

Where can I find a course description?

Does the student need to take the SAT or ACT in order to take Dual Enrollment classes?

  • No. If a student decides to study at BU full time, BU is currently test-optional for the 2021-2022 admissions cycle.

Are the classes live? Do students need to log in and participate at certain times?

  • Classes are offered online, so a student can log-on and study at their convenience and their own pace. Students have assignments due each week; you can complete your assignments at any point in time before the deadline.

Does an Early College student need to come to campus for anything?

  • No. However, we would love to have you visit our campus if you are interested in continuing with traditional on-campus study. Students who complete their associate's degree have the option to walk at our commencement ceremony.

Are Early College students able to receive Financial Aid?

  • No. However, Early College courses are very affordable compared to other options. The cost for an online Dual Enrollment course is $100 per credit hour.

How do transferring credits work?

  • Each College or University completes a transcript review in order to decide which courses transfer. Sticking to general education classes generally makes transferring credits simple. All Early College courses at Bluefield University are general education classes that should transfer to another accredited institution.

Is an Early College student considered, and treated, as a transfer student when they become a full-time college student if they have earned enough credits to be a Junior?

  • No. Since they have not graduated from high school, they are considered a first-time college student regardless of how many credits transfer. However, by transferring credits when they enroll as a full-time student, they will have to take fewer classes to receive their bachelor's degree, which shortens the length of time to earn the degree.

Can I speak to someone if I have more questions?

  • Yes. Please contact the Office of Admissions by email or you can call them at 276.326.4231