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July 15, 2009
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We're blogging our thoughts on all things arts learning and we want to hear from you. Read about recent research on the racial and cultural "education gap" and join the conversation.
"I was enthralled to hear an expert talk about the race and culture of African, Latin, Asian and Native American (ALANA) children as assets. Their literature review revealed data that demonstrate how "many children use their culture and racial identity every day in striving for success in school and life, only to have their race, language and culture disparaged in the process." – Jennifer Hahn, Douglas Gould and Company
Voices of Innovation: Reflections on Successes
Una McAlinden and ArtsEd Washington
have secured more than 10 state-level proclamations and resolutions in support of creating an Arts Education Month. Hear what Una says about the accomplishments, challenges and plans for the future for arts learning in Washington state.
Ford Foundation Initiative Reaches Midpoint
The OMG Center for Collaborative Learning reviews the first half of the Ford Foundation's Integrating the Arts and Education Reform Initiative. Read about progress and challenges of the nine grantee programs.