"The arts are a universal language, one that bridges cultures and articulates the highest aspirations of humankind."- Stephanie Perrin, Walnut Hill School, MA

Education Week, 1/30/08

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More than half of the respondents have participated in advocacy efforts on behalf of arts education, but only a third of those have talked to a school official.  Nearly 40% indicated that they had donated money, volunteered at a school event or taught.

Think360 Arts, Colorado parent survey, 2/1/08

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Updated: 5/13/08

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Get your school involved

Share your value for creativity and innovation in your child’s education through the arts.

• Talk to your child’s principal about hosting an Arts Education Month event
• Share sample curricula with your principal and teachers
• Download talking points to help you make the case
• Ask your principal to post our arts education advocacy sticker to the school's Web site

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