Section 10-A1415. AC-4.4 INCREASING ARTS AWARENESS AND EDUCATION

 

1415.1The arts play a crucial role in improving students’ ability to learn and can have a significant effect on a child’s overall success in school. Research studies point to strong relationships between arts education and basic cognitive skills used in other core subjects, including reading, writing, and math. Experiencing art can be especially beneficial for students from economically disadvantaged neighborhoods and can provide intellectual, personal, and social development benefits. Despite these benefits, arts programs are often the first to go when budgets are cut. 1415.1

 

By organizing and mobilizing the arts community, the District can also work toward greater support from arts patrons from across the entire metropolitan area, and not just those living in the District.

 

1415.2The need for arts education is not confined to school children-art is critical at all levels of human development. Ongoing access to the arts-through classes, museum programs, tours, discussions, and other means—can enrich one’s quality of life. Lifelong participation in the arts can create a broader understanding of the world around us and heightened awareness of other cultures and global issues. 1415.2

 

1415.3Policy AC-4.4.1: Arts Education Programs

 

Build a stronger constituency for the arts in the District through arts education in K-12 schools including attendance at arts performances and art exhibitions, and support of adult art programs for persons of all ages and backgrounds. City resources should be used to help promote the strong and diverse arts programs offered by our public schools.

 

1415.4Policy AC-4.4.2: Partnerships with Educational Institutions

 

Strengthen collaborations among artists, arts organizations, teachers, school administrators and others to expand the resources of the arts community and broaden the reach of arts and culture. 1415.4

 

1415.5Policy AC-4.4.3: Arts Awareness for Special Populations Groups

 

Provide accessible arts information resources to non-English speaking residents, seniors, and visually and hearing impaired populations. 1415.5

 

1415.6Policy AC-4.4.4: Participation of Artists

 

Support and increase the participation of artists in the District’s arts education programs. 1415.6

 

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