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Arts Education Teaches 21st Century Skills
Creativity and Innovation • Communication
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving • Collaboration
Math and Reading Skills
Math and Reading Skills
Test Higher
Test Higher
Studies show, K - 3 students who have Music lessons test better in 3rd grade level Math and Reading.
See ArtsEdge "Enlivening the Senses: Arts / Learning at the Core of Education" video featuring Martin Gardiner, PhD., Center for the Study of Human Development, Brown University (3 minutes into video)
Property Values Rise
Property Values Rise
Is it hard to understand how supporting the arts in schools might effect those who do not have children in schools, and even those who are not a fan of the arts? Improving the arts in our schools improves student achievement and therefore the school district's rankings. School districts that have a good reputation are desirable to families who are looking to buy homes. This keeps the real estate market value high.
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