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What Is Academic Coaching?

 

Academic Coaching is a customized academic guide to organizing, managing and capturing lessons. Children learning behaviors aren’t the same, therefore, we’ve designed a procedure for understanding scholastic material. After an assessment is completed to measure the student’s academic skills, a customized design is  presented to each learner. Our coaches will  create a custom-made  script for learning with the aim of promoting life-long learning skills. We are not “homework helpers”.

 

 

We are delighted to provide one-on-one academic coaching. We believe that a partner-ship with parents, teachers and school administrators is the best way for students to gain knowledge.

FAQ

How long will my child need academic coaching?
The coach may determine when the goal is reached or when the client is able to recognize his or her learning method, take on the duty of self learning, and approach learning tasks with more self-awareness and confidence.
Does academic coaching benefit all students?
Yes, it is excellent for all students , students with learning disabilities or other learning challenges and students who would like to remain current.
How is progress measured?
An account stating the material covered is sent to the parents by email after each session. We encourage the parents to observe your student and ask questions. Such as, “have you noticed improvements in skills or strategies”? Time is set aside for parents to schedule a time to speak with the coach regarding their child’s progress or additional related issues.
How much does it cost?
Since, we create a customized academic script for each student that we coach setting a standard fee is not feasible. We hope that you will take a moment to call or email to reveal a tad bit about your child’s learning needs with us. The consultation is free.

Do I need a Liaison?

Parents will determine if a liaison is needed.

Our Liaison duties are as follows:
Serve as a link between teachers, parents, students, support staff and the community regarding educational programs, services and various student issues.
Work with parents and teachers to assist in resolving student issues and problems in areas such as attendance, academics, behavior and health.
Meet, confer with, and interview parents in the identification of family needs and issues; provide information and materials to parents to assist in the location and utilization of school and community services and resources; refer parents to school services or community resources as appropriate.
Encourage parent participation in various school and community programs and services.
Liaisons will not recommend solutions, take positions or sides, our primary focus is to encourage parents to become partners in learning and to amplify a substantial school partnership, support and open communication with all groups.

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WELCOME

We're Black Box Collective - and Yes, We're Kind of a Big Deal. 🎭

Black Box Collective African American Youth Theatre is Spartanburg, South Carolina's home for young performers, storytellers, and future stars. As a proud component of CM 99, an IRS 501(c) youth development organization, we work with students from kindergarten through 12th grade - because great artists come in every size.

How It All Started ✨

Back in 1999 , somebody had a vision. A big one.

The idea? Simple and powerful - every child deserves a stage. By 2024, 5.6.7.ate and Black Box Collective became a performing arts flex, and we've been making magic  ever since. Our mission has never wavered: bring the arts to the children of our community and the areas around us.

We stay busy. Like, always-preparing-for-the-next-show busy. And we love every minute of it.

Welcome to Black Box Collective African American Theatre! We're thrilled to offer an exciting range of programming for students of all ages and abilities. Whether you’re diving into a multi-week educational course, joining a fun one-time workshop, experiencing a summer camp, or participating in one of our spectacular productions, our passionate instructors are here to empower you with the skills you need to both on and off the stage. Let’s embark on this creative journey together!   

What We Offer: We develop performers, storytellers, and creative thinkers at every age and every stage.

🎭 Performance & Acting

Where every voice finds its stage.

We train students in the full craft of performance - from foundational acting techniques and scene studies to full theatre productions. Our dialect coaching sharpens authenticity, movement builds physical presence, and improvisational comedy develops spontaneity and confidence. Clowning teaches students to connect with audiences through pure, unscripted joy.

✦ Acting ✦ Scene Studies  ✦ Theatre Productions ✦ Improvisational Comedy ✦ Movement ✦ Dialect   ✦ Song and Dance

🎬 Technical Arts

The magic behind the curtain.

Great storytelling lives in every detail. Our technical arts programs train students in the craft of bringing a production to life - designing props and sets, creating costumes and makeup, operating lights and sound, and telling stories through film. These hands-on skills build creative problem-solvers and future industry professionals.

✦ Prop & Set Design ✦ Costuming & Makeup ✦ Light & Sound Workshops ✦ Film Making

⭐ Special Programs

Beyond the ordinary.

We push the boundaries of what performance looks like. Our circus arts program builds strength, discipline, and spectacle. LARP deepens storytelling through immersive world-building. Audition workshops prepare students for real-world opportunities, and private lessons deliver personalized coaching at every skill level.

✦ Audition Workshops ✦ Private Lessons

🌟 Youth & Early Childhood

Big dreams start young.

We meet young performers right where they are. Our full-time PreK program welcomes children ages 3-5 into a creative, nurturing environment. Preschool day camps, summer camps, and homeschool enrichment programs give young learners joyful, imagination-driven experiences that build confidence, communication, and a lifelong love of the arts.

✦ PreK (3-5 year-olds) ✦ Preschool Day Camps ✦ Summer Camps ✦ Homeschool Enrichment

🎪 Ready to Find Your Stage?

Every great performer starts somewhere. Your journey begins here.

About Us

We're Black Box Collective - and Yes, We're Kind of a Big Deal. 🎭

Black Box Collective African American Youth Theatre is Spartanburg, South Carolina's home for young performers, storytellers, and future stars. As a proud component of CM 99, an IRS 501(c) youth development organization, we work with students from kindergarten through 12th grade - because great artists come in every size.

How It All Started ✨

Back in 1999 , somebody had a vision. A big one.

The idea? Simple and powerful - every child deserves a stage. By 2024, 5.6.7.ate and Black Box Collective became a performing arts flex, and we've been making magic  ever since. Our mission has never wavered: bring the arts to the children of our community and the areas around us.

We stay busy. Like, always-preparing-for-the-next-show busy. And we love every minute of it.

cushministries99@gmail.com                                                                                                                                             
 

  • Spring Musical | Grades K - 8

  • Fall Musical | Grades 1 - 4

  • Winter Production | Grades 5 - 8

  • Winter Production | Grades 9 - 12

  • Community Programs

  • Theatre a Thon | February

  • Community Show | Summer

SHOWS AND EVENTS

Auditions :  Snoe

Snow White and the Seven Sounds

A Hip Hop Fairy Tale Musical

August 20 2026  6:00 - 7:30 p.m.

Spartanburg Public Library Downtown (Headquarters)

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