"Research shows that a program of arts education taught by qualified teachers improves school achievement and develops skills in creative problem-solving and group dynamics that students will need for success in the 21st century.” - Richard A. Disharoon, Arts Education in Maryland Schools Alliance

Baltimore Sun 1/22/08

America's creative industries are our nation's leading export worth over 60 billion annually in overseas sales including the output of artists and other creative workers in publishing, audio visual, music and recording and entertainment businesses
Source: NASAA Advocate

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Engage the media

Let the public know that arts education is essential to a quality education by writing a letter to the editor.

• Download tips on writing a letter to the editor and a sample letter
• Write an op-ed for your local newspaper. Click here for an example of an op-ed
• Get local TV and radio to cover arts education in your community

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