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Asase Yaa School of The Arts Will Begin Classes in Bed-Stuy

Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation launches its new dance studio with a focus on Black dance education.
Classes commence on October 4 for students aged 3 to 18.

Brooklyn Children's Museum relaunches 'Ti Atis' cultural series showcasing Haitian heritage * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Children's Museum relaunches 'Ti Atis,' a program celebrating Haitian culture through art and performance for children and families.

NYC Council, parents rally to restore 3-K, pre-K education cuts in city budget

NYC Council members, parents, and kids rallied at City Hall against budget cuts to early childhood education programs.

Asase Yaa School of The Arts Will Begin Classes in Bed-Stuy

Asase Yaa Cultural Arts Foundation launches its new dance studio with a focus on Black dance education.
Classes commence on October 4 for students aged 3 to 18.

Brooklyn Children's Museum relaunches 'Ti Atis' cultural series showcasing Haitian heritage * Brooklyn Paper

The Brooklyn Children's Museum relaunches 'Ti Atis,' a program celebrating Haitian culture through art and performance for children and families.

NYC Council, parents rally to restore 3-K, pre-K education cuts in city budget

NYC Council members, parents, and kids rallied at City Hall against budget cuts to early childhood education programs.
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#community-engagement

HS2 turns London clay into celebration dinner plates

HS2 transformed excavated London clay into a sustainable dinner service created with young local artists, enhancing community engagement through unique culinary celebrations.

A north London theatre's journey from chicken shed to global recognition

Chickenshed celebrates 50 years of inclusive theatre, engaging diverse communities while supporting 15,000 individuals annually through performances and outreach initiatives.

Lisa Nandy: 'We want to get the nation's great artworks out of the basement and into our communities'

Lisa Nandy pledged to reintegrate arts education into schools and increase community access to the government's art collection.

Urbanowski: Working together for arts education - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 28 significantly boosts funding and access to arts education in California's K-12 schools.
The initiative aims to reduce disparities in arts education access across socioeconomic backgrounds.

HS2 turns London clay into celebration dinner plates

HS2 transformed excavated London clay into a sustainable dinner service created with young local artists, enhancing community engagement through unique culinary celebrations.

A north London theatre's journey from chicken shed to global recognition

Chickenshed celebrates 50 years of inclusive theatre, engaging diverse communities while supporting 15,000 individuals annually through performances and outreach initiatives.

Lisa Nandy: 'We want to get the nation's great artworks out of the basement and into our communities'

Lisa Nandy pledged to reintegrate arts education into schools and increase community access to the government's art collection.

Urbanowski: Working together for arts education - San Jose Spotlight

Proposition 28 significantly boosts funding and access to arts education in California's K-12 schools.
The initiative aims to reduce disparities in arts education access across socioeconomic backgrounds.
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Work by Pink Floyd album cover artist among work on show at new art fair

Highgate Art Fair aims to support local arts education, raising funds for art teachers and an extensive arts curriculum through community involvement.
#education-policy

Op-Ed | Hire local musicians for our schools | amNewYork

New York City faces a significant teacher shortage due to retirements and burnout, further complicated by new class size reduction legislation.

David Shrigley unveils giant mantis sculpture at his former school, calling attention to perilous state of UK art education

David Shrigley unveiled an animatronic mantis at his former school to promote the importance of arts education after a decline in student enrollment.

Op-Ed | Hire local musicians for our schools | amNewYork

New York City faces a significant teacher shortage due to retirements and burnout, further complicated by new class size reduction legislation.

David Shrigley unveils giant mantis sculpture at his former school, calling attention to perilous state of UK art education

David Shrigley unveiled an animatronic mantis at his former school to promote the importance of arts education after a decline in student enrollment.
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Oyster farming and Catrinas: photos of the day Monday

Pointe Black serves as a welcoming space for Black dancers, addressing past racial discrimination in ballet.
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Jordan Schnitzer turns his attention to K-12 arts education

Jordan Schnitzer advocates for increased private support for arts education in Oregon's public schools due to insufficient state funding.

Actor Anthony Ramos and Brooklyn beep team up to revive after-school theater program in Bushwick * Brooklyn Paper

Support for arts education in public schools is crucial for empowering students and ensuring social justice.

Jordan Schnitzer turns his attention to K-12 arts education

Jordan Schnitzer advocates for increased private support for arts education in Oregon's public schools due to insufficient state funding.

Actor Anthony Ramos and Brooklyn beep team up to revive after-school theater program in Bushwick * Brooklyn Paper

Support for arts education in public schools is crucial for empowering students and ensuring social justice.
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'Inside Out 2's' Kensington Tallman empowers girls through Little Cinderella Reporters Initiative

Kensington Tallman and Saving Our Daughters highlight the importance of embracing emotions and mental health for young girls.
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Too many pupils miss lessons, says Ofsted, and that's right. Call it the Michael Gove effect | Polly Toynbee

Many children in England are missing school frequently, with parents becoming less supportive of school rules and discipline.
The reduction in arts education and extracurricular activities in schools may be contributing to children's disengagement from education.
School costs in England are rising faster than inflation, which may be impacting the quality of education and resources available.

Santa Clara County Office of Education wins state, national awards

SCCOE was honored for its leadership in inclusive educational practices and equity initiatives.

Too many pupils miss lessons, says Ofsted, and that's right. Call it the Michael Gove effect | Polly Toynbee

Many children in England are missing school frequently, with parents becoming less supportive of school rules and discipline.
The reduction in arts education and extracurricular activities in schools may be contributing to children's disengagement from education.
School costs in England are rising faster than inflation, which may be impacting the quality of education and resources available.

Santa Clara County Office of Education wins state, national awards

SCCOE was honored for its leadership in inclusive educational practices and equity initiatives.
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A new stage for telling Native stories

Jeanette Harrison's Native Theater Project aims to enhance cultural competency and celebrate Native stories in American theater.

How the UK can be a cultural superpower: think tank puts forward arts policies for new Labour government

The Fabian Society calls for increased focus on arts in schools to enhance cultural education and opportunities for children.

How the 2024 Broadway Teacher's Workshop Helps Theatre Educators Bring Broadway to Their Schools

The Broadway Teachers Workshop offers educators unique learning experiences and networking opportunities while earning professional development credits.

An art-world wish list for the next US president

The cultural community has varied hopes for the next US administration's approach to supporting the arts.

Here's what's happening to the thousands of leftover BART paper tickets

BART is repurposing leftover paper tickets into a fashion show featuring student designs, combining sustainability with creativity.

Flower carpet and a boat left high and dry: photos of the day Thursday

Project Elimu empowers children in Kibera through access to art and sports education during holidays.

Actor Jamie Hector Lifts City Youth to Screen and Stage

Jamie Hector's journey from non-profit theater to founding Moving Mountains nonprofit providing arts education to youth in Brooklyn.
#benin

The confident new face of Benin is on show in Venice

Benin's artistic renaissance includes museum revitalization, arts education, and repatriation of royal artifacts, positioning arts as a key economic sector.

Benin Republic turns to culture to spur economic growth

The Republic of Benin is leveraging culture to drive economic growth through the construction of new museums and investment in arts education.

The confident new face of Benin is on show in Venice

Benin's artistic renaissance includes museum revitalization, arts education, and repatriation of royal artifacts, positioning arts as a key economic sector.

Benin Republic turns to culture to spur economic growth

The Republic of Benin is leveraging culture to drive economic growth through the construction of new museums and investment in arts education.
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In Memoriam: Rick Holden, San Jose Community and Arts Advocate

Rick Holden was a dedicated advocate for arts, education, and community involvement in San Jose.
He played key roles in various community organizations and programs, impacting both adult and high school students.

Powerful unions allege schools are misusing arts education money, demand state intervention

Unions led by former LA schools Supt. Austin Beutner allege misuse of voter-approved funding for arts education in California.
The unions are urging state intervention to ensure the proper allocation of the $938 million approved for expanding arts education.

Elite NYC school with superstar alums cuts theater program as vendor and city point fingers

Budget cuts lead to closure of theater program at prestigious school
Students and alumni express disappointment and frustration about the program's end

'A timely intervention': how University of the Arts London's new digital platform is championing Black creatives

The University of the Arts London (UAL) has launched the Black Creatives Hub to support and enhance the visibility of Black employees, students, and alumni.

School's in: new UK biennial puts pupils front and centre

The value of investing in arts education is highlighted by the Camden Schools Art Biennale, emphasizing the importance of a well-rounded education system.

Brooklyn Music School Must Raise $80K by Week's End to Stay Open

Brooklyn Music School is facing potential closure due to financial challenges, aiming to raise $80,000 to continue operations.
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