Dysart USD 

State Seal of Arts Proficiency:  History and Objectives 

The Arizona State Seal of Arts Proficiency was signed into law by Governor Doug Ducey on May 14th, 2019. SB1111 had bipartisan support and was a grassroots effort from Arts Education Advocates from across the state. Senator Paul Boyer served as the bill’s sponsor. 

The goals of the Arizona State Seal of Arts Proficiency are: 

• To celebrate students who demonstrate high levels of proficiency in the Arizona Arts Education Standards through personal expression and creative experiences in arts education programs 

• To identify pathways of artistic literacy that cultivate skills for 21st century success

• To prepare students for college and career readiness, including active participation in the creative industries sector 

• To promote increased access to well-rounded, high quality arts education across the state

Timeline for Students

August 6-21, 2026-  School Level Presentation of Seal to interested students, hold informational parent meeting. 

August 21, 2026 - Teachers need to verify that all seniors and early grads are on their school's art seal spreadsheet. 

August 31, 2026- Digital Student Letter of Intention (see resources) must be completed. 

September 21, 2026-  Credit checks completed by Arts Director.   Notification sent via email to the mentor teachers, for any further conversations needed to be had or class schedule changes needed. 

October 9, 2026- Teachers need to upload portfolio links to school's art seal spreadsheet.

December 18, 2026-  Senior Portfolios Completed  (1st semester final). 

January 5-29 , 2027- Senior portfolios reviewed and revised based on panel feedback. 

March 26, 2027- Director of Arts final approval

April 12, 2027- Seal Achievement Report Due to ADE

May 3, 2027- Districts receive diploma seals for qualifying graduates.