Read the latest research, news, and policy in our arts education RECAP for October 2025.
“‘Broader than Broadway’ uses theater, music to help students build confidence”
Published on September 3, 2025, by Fox 13–Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay-based nonprofit Broader than Broadway is dedicated to bringing performing arts education to youth and adolescents in under-resourced communities. The group uses theater, music, and dance to help students build confidence, communication skills, and life-long creativity. Learn more about the incredible work they are doing to build SEL skills in youth through the arts. Fox 13 – Tampa Bay
“Students who want to teach theatre can now earn a credential at CSUF”
Published on September 5, 2025, by CSUF News
Postsecondary education institutions across the state like California State University Fullerton have unveiled a new solution to the lack of arts arts instructors in K-12 eduction with a new credential program. “‘The Single Subject Credential in Theatre offers a clear path to working in the field,’ said Amanda Rose Villarreal, an associate professor of theatre and dance who oversees the new credential program.” CSUF News
“Across the US, cities combine art, shade and education to help people beat the heat”
Published on September 12, 2025, by AP News
Cities across the U.S. are combining art with shade to shield people from rising temperatures and educate them about our warming world. Through new public art installations, nine cities across the country are taking a creative (and artistic) approach to educating community members about shade inequity and the dangers of heat as they grapple with increasingly hotter temperatures. AP News
“In burnout battle, look to the art world for inspiration”
Published on September 18, 2025, by the American Medical Association
Making art isn’t just helpful for building your imagination and creativity—it also benefits your mental and emotional health. “‘There is a growing body of compelling evidence that art can positively impact well-being, and the arts and well-being was the theme of last year’s American Alliance of Museums Annual Conference,’ said Sandra James, deputy director of the Biggs Museum of American Art.” American Medical Association
“Teacher shortage hampers Proposition 28 arts education hiring”
Published on September, 28, 2025, by Public News Service
“Proposition 28, or The Arts and Music in Schools Funding Guarantee and Accountability Act, gives California school districts about $1 billion per year for arts education, but advocates have said some school districts are having a hard time finding staff and navigating program requirements.” Public News Service
