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/ #156 Save the arts

2014-08-26 01:27

This State (Country even) is moving away from teaching the "whole child".  To just nurture only a part of a child is not doing this world any favors.  The arts teach our students to think critically, problem-solve, and empathize.  The arts build confidence, stimulates conscientious effort, and promotes cultural awareness.  Is there evidence that education without the arts will build stronger leaders?  No!  But, there is plenty of evidence to show that arts-centered education yields better test scores.  Should we keep moving in this direction, we are all in danger.  And, how wasteful to invest so much money in the building of the dance and music facilities only to eliminate the programs.