Read the research, news, and policy in our arts education RECAP for October 2024.
For preschool educator, kids’ paintings give them a deep brush with themselves, “He approaches his work like an artist — with creativity but also with an educator’s understanding of how to remove enough limitations to engage in play and art-making both individually and collectively.” EdSource
Working Together for Arts Education, “We do not have a workforce pipeline to meet the need for teaching artists and art instructors, and the Proposition 28 legislation does not currently provide adequate funds for administration and training.” San Jose Spotlight
Teachers say arts education creates more successful students, “The proclamation recognizes that studying the arts gives students a well-rounded education, increases creativity and contributes to increased attendance and higher graduation rates.” Spectrum News 1
PST ART Is Celebrating the Ties That Bind Art and Science. Here Are 10 Must-See Shows, “The fourth iteration of the Getty’s initiative will see more than 70 exhibitions, opening across Southern California over the next five months, that will probe the rich and lasting intersection of creativity and scientific inquiry.” Artnet
Building Up SEL in Afterschool. “Research has shown that high-quality, evidence-based social and emotional learning (SEL) programs for young people are associated with many positive outcomes, such as improved behavior, attitudes, and academic performance. “ Wallace Foundation
