It's interesting to see the fairly predictable responses to Arne Duncan's letter and web conference, where he articulated support for arts education on behalf of the USDOE and the White House. There is and should be a fair amount of gratitude across the field when a US Secretary of Education affirms the importance of the arts, even if the affirmation may at first blush appear … [Read more...] about Reflections on Arts Education and the USDOE
Six Key Quotes from Arne Duncan’s Web Conference on Arts Education
I know, I know, the full transcript and audio is coming. In the meantime, here are a few quotes. But before that, here's my headline:US Education Secretary Affirms the Importance of Parents in Ensuring Arts EducationHere are the highlights: 1."The elementary and secondary education act defines arts education as a core subject." 2. "The 2008 NAEP assessment of music and visual … [Read more...] about Six Key Quotes from Arne Duncan’s Web Conference on Arts Education
Cuts to Music Programs in Detroit Public Schools
Too Often the Music Dies in City Schools, is a recent article in the Detroit Free Press. While it's a story we all know too well, cuts to arts education programs, it's worth the read. In particular it looks at the issue through the lens of jazz players who have come out of Detroit Public Schools.Makes you wish for a music education bailout... "This year, 14 music teachers … [Read more...] about Cuts to Music Programs in Detroit Public Schools
Arne Duncan and his Audience with Arts Education
If you haven't heard by now, Arne Duncan, US Secretary of Education is having a conference call with just about everyone in the United States interested in arts education. Of course you have to register.It's like a giant arts ed party line. For those old enough to know what a party line was...If I were asking a question in the conference call, my question would be:Mr. … [Read more...] about Arne Duncan and his Audience with Arts Education
From Arne Duncan: “Bringing to your Attention the Importance of Arts as a Core Subject”
Dated August 2009, here's a open letter to "School and Education Community Leaders."Arts Education Letter_Secretary Duncan.pdf On August 18th, at 1pm EDT, Secretary Duncan will participate in a conference call hosted by the NAMM Foundation and the Support Music Coalition. Click here to register for the call:http://webcast.streamlogics.com/audience/index.asp?eventid=78250848 … [Read more...] about From Arne Duncan: “Bringing to your Attention the Importance of Arts as a Core Subject”