Archive for September 10th, 2011

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College Board Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Arts

September 10, 2011

Now accepting applications

The College Board is now accepting applications for the 2012 College Board Award for Excellence and Innovation in the Arts. This annual award recognizes and celebrates the achievements of six member institutions that have implemented an arts program that promotes student learning and creativity in exemplary and innovative ways.

One school from each of the College Board’s six regions will be awarded $3,500 to support the continuation and growth of their arts programs. Of the six finalists, one school will be named the national winner and will be awarded an additional $1,500. Regional winners will be honored at their respective 2012 College Board Regional Forums; the national winner will also be honored at the 2012 College Board National Forum.  Please go to the College Board website for more application details.


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Studies on the Arts in Education

September 10, 2011

Looking for the research that supports arts education?

This blog includes 10 studies on the arts in education that site the value and connections that arts education provides. Some of the studies have been posted separately on the meartsed blog in the past but this includes highlights of the reports and links to the complete reports. Please click here.

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