New Jersey Arts Education Resources: Critical Documents  |
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Legislation which establishes a Congressional Recognition for Excellence in Arts Education Award Board to recognize exemplary school districts and student acheivement. |
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Critical Evidence presents the need for strong arts education programs while documenting the most current and compelling research on the value of arts learning experiences. |
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Published in 1994, this document outlines basic arts learning outcomes integral to the comprehensive K-12 education of every American student. |
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In NJ, the visual and performing arts standards provide the foundation for creating curricula decisions and the opportunity for meaningful assessments, while reflecting the expectations of the National Standards for Arts Education. |
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A fourth year review of the No Child Left Behind Act with resources for funding and information about grant opportunities. |
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A summary of several recent studies on the role and value of arts education including results of the National Assessment of Educational Progress tests in the arts. |
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Governor Mike Huckabee and former Department of Education Secretary Rod Paige utilize studies that show the profound impact of the arts on a well-rounded education and ultimately productive, skilled, and well-adjusted citizens of the future. |
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In this interview with Arts Education Partnership Director, Dick Deasy, Governor Mike Huckabee explains why the arts are the focus of his Education Commission of the States chairmanship. |
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On May 4, 2004 the United States House of Representatives passed a resolution in favor of music education. With no direct ties to funding, the resolution is, however, symbolic and lends to the fuel of arts advocates. |
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The Gallup Poll addresses the No Child Left Behind Act, the achievement gap, and the role of standardized testing against the public's assessment of the public schools. |
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