Gyeonggi Office of Education Creates 'RAS ON: GROUND' Multifunctional Cultural Space on First Floor of Government Building

On August 20, the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education opened the first-floor common area of the Suwon Gwanggyo Nambu Government Building to the public as a multifunctional cultural space, "RAS ON: GROUND," where reading, arts, and sports blend together.

The provincial office explained that approximately 520 square meters on the first floor were created as a space to expand cultural experiences for Gyeonggi residents and to promote Gyeonggi education policies.

RAS (Reading-Arts-Sports) is an acronym derived from the first letters of reading, arts, and sports, and represents one of the key policies for the major transformation in Gyeonggi education.

The focal point of the space is the "RAS Gallery." Connected to reading, arts, and sports education, this open exhibition area showcases works and projects created by students during classes and educational activities within the province.

By exhibiting a total of 14 works spanning visual arts, ceramics, and more, the gallery demonstrates student learning and growth. Any student, teacher, parent, or visitor can spend time in the space, experiencing Gyeonggi's educational values and policies through art.

On the 20th, the Gyeonggi Provincial Office of Education established 'RAS ON: GROUND' on the first floor shared space of the Suwon Gwanggyo Southern Office Building.

The "RAS Busking" program, in which students, teachers, and staff participate, is also operated here.

For the opening event on August 20, a string performance was held, and additional performances are planned: a traditional music show by teachers on August 24 and a student band performance on August 28.

The reading area of RAS ON: GROUND is designed as a book cafe to support relaxation and communication. Programs such as the "Book Curation Relay," which introduces monthly themed recommended books in collaboration with the affiliated library, and the "Phone Off·RAS Zone," where visitors set aside their phones to focus on reading, will be implemented.

In addition, a full-body Afro dance fitness session will be held during lunchtime on the last Tuesday of every month, and regular stress testing will be offered to help users maintain a healthy lifestyle.

The provincial office added that it will continue operating the Nambu Government Building as an open communication space so that everyone can enjoy reading, the arts, and healthy living in daily life.

This content was produced with the assistance of AI translation services.