E-Newsletter for February 7, 2007
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- Update On Arts Education Funding
- On The Legislative Front
- Warner Bros. Committed to Arts Education
- Channing Shifts Focus To Arts Education
- New: The Insider’s Guide to Arts Education goes Digital
- Plan Your Arts Learning in Action Event Today
- Proposed Federal Budget Eliminates Funding for Arts Education Programs
- Americans for the Arts seeks Films by Youth Filmmakers
- Updated Federal Resources for Education Excellence Website
CONFERENCES, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Register Now: State of the Arts: Leadership in Education Conference
- UC Institute for Research in the Arts Conference
- National Arts Advocacy Day
- Americans for the Arts Annual Convention
- Irvine Foundation Accepting Applications For New Connections Fund
- National Endowment For The Arts 2008 Guidelines Now Available
- Indian Film Festival Youth Storyboard Contest & Video Showcase
EMPLOYMENT & JOB OPPORTUNITIES
- Executive Director, Visual and Performing Arts High School
- Arts Education Program Manager, San Francisco Arts Commission
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News
Update On Arts Education Funding
The first payment, amounting to 75% of the $105 million in funding for visual and performing arts, has been made, and should now be with each school district throughout the state. If you would like to check the apportionment to a particular district, go to www.cde.ca.gov/fg/aa/ca. Then click on “Arts and Music Block Grant”, “Program Funding Results”, and “Schedule”.
The letters of notification regarding the $500 Million for One-Time Funding for the purchase of arts, music and/or physical education supplies and equipment are expected to go out to county superintendents around March 15, 2007. The first payment of that funding, of 75%, is anticipated to be paid out in late March/early April, 2007.
It is the intent of the Governor and Legislature that these funds supplement, and not supplant, existing resources for the visual and performing arts (dance, music, theatre and visual arts).
CAAE strongly asserts that this money should be used to create, improve, or expand high quality, standards-based, in-school visual and performing arts education for all students. We believe that the perspective of all key stakeholders must be brought to the table to envision a district wide plan that will help determine the best use of these new state budget funds. The list should include administrators, teachers, parents, community and business leaders, and representative of arts organizations. By including these voices in the decision making process, we are empowering the entire community to embrace the impact of arts education in our school system.
We will continue to provide updates on the funding as we gather new information.
On The Legislative Front
Assembly Concurrent Resolution 18, authored by Assemblyman Ira Ruskin (D-Redwood City) is now in print. It states that “the Legislature proclaims the month of March 2007 as Arts Education Month and encourages all educational communities to celebrate the arts with meaningful activities and programs for students, teachers, and the public that demonstrate learning and understanding in the visual and performing arts, and urges all residents to become interested in and give full support to quality school arts programs for children and youth. For the full text of the resolution, go to www.leginfo.ca.gov. Click on “Bill Information” and type in ACR 18. It is expected to be voted on by the Assembly and Senate in the coming weeks, in anticipation of Arts Education Month in March.
Warner Bros. Committed to Arts Education
The Burbank Arts Foundation is underway, having received its first promised gift from Warner Bros. Entertainment. The goal of the Foundation is to raise a $10 million endowment to augment the school district’s budgeted support for a new long-range plan for arts education. The $300,000 from Warner Bros. will be donated in three yearly installments of equal amounts and go toward the total goal of $10 million for the foundation's principal endowment, said Joel Shapiro, Burbank Unified School District deputy superintendent. For more of this story, please click here.
Channing Shifts Focus To Arts Education
Entertainer Carol Channing and husband, Harry Kullijian, have launched a statewide campaign in support of fine, creative and performing arts programs in the public schools. Channing has joined with the California State University system to establish a scholarship at each campus, a support program for young students who show an aptitude for the arts to have a college scholarship to help them build on those talents. For full article at dailybulliten.com, click here.
(Source: Music for All)
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Announcements
NEW ~ The Insider’s Guide to Arts Education goes Digital
CAAE’s Insider’s Guide is both a guidebook and a hands-on technical assistance process that enables districts to assess current arts learning programs and funding allocations, identify gaps in delivery, and create long range plans that will ensure equitable access for all students in each of the four arts disciplines. The Insiders Guide to Arts Education Planning offers field-tested best practices, innovative ideas, templates and strategies as a guide to navigate the challenging terrain of arts education planning. To visit the Guide, please click here.
Plan Your Arts Learning in Action Event Today
The California State PTA and CAAE are jointly sponsoring a statewide campaign to bring elected officials into our schools to witness the power of learning in the arts during arts education month in March. First-hand experience with the arts is a powerful tool; having the opportunity to witness students’ engagement, joy, enthusiasm and learning has great impact on any observer. One of the goals of Arts Learning in Action is to bring EVERY state legislator into a school during March. Make the most of your arts activities during the month of March by using this toolkit to plan and organize your own Arts Learning in Action event. Click here to get started!
Proposed Federal Budget Eliminates Funding for Arts Education Programs
President Bush recently sent his FY 2008 budget request to Congress, beginning the yearly appropriations process for the nation’s cultural agencies and programs, including the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA), National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), Office of Museum Services (OMS), Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), and the Department of Education’s Arts in Education programs.
For the first time in three years, the President has initiated a proposed increase of 3.2 percent for the NEA, which would bring it to a total of $128.4 million. The Administration’s request for an increase is its first since 2005, and therefore is a step in the right direction. Moreover, it comes in the wake of strong signals from both parties in Congress that a funding increase is needed.
For the seventh consecutive year, the President’s budget has eliminated funding for the Department of Education’s Arts in Education programs, which include funding for model arts programs and collaborations with schools, teacher professional development, and arts programs for at-risk youth.
Join advocates across the country in writing Members of Congress to urge their support of increased funding for the nation’s arts programs. To access a customizable letter to send to your Members of Congress as well as several talking points to help you craft your message click here. For questions, please contact Nikki Sparks, Manager of Government and Public Affairs, Americans for the Arts, nsparks@artsusa.org.
Americans for the Arts seeks Films by Youth Filmmakers
Americans for the Arts will hold it’s annual convention in Las Vegas on June 1, 2 & 3, 2007. During one evening, they will host a movie-night of youth-made films that vary in style, content, and age of filmmaker. You can see some examples here. For full criteria and submission information, send a request to artseducation@artsusa.org with "YOUTH FILMS REQUEST" in the subject line.
Updated Federal Resources for Education Excellence Website
The U.S. Department of Education has announced the newly remodeled and updated Federal Resources for Education Excellence (FREE) website. It now provides richer, more expansive resources to teachers and students alike. There are over 1500 resources to take advantage of at FREE, ranging from primary historical documents, lesson plans, science visualizations, math simulations and online challenges, paintings, photos, mapping tools, and more. This easily accessible information is provided by federal organizations and agencies such as the Library of Congress, National Archives, NEH, National Gallery of Art, National Park Service, Smithsonian, NSF, and NASA. To visit the site click here.
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Conferences, Professional Development
Register ~ State of the Arts: Leadership in Education Conference
California County Superintendents Educational Services Association Arts
Initiative and California Alliance for Arts Education invite you to State of the Arts: Leadership in Education Conference. Sacramento, CA, May 15-16, 2007. Featured speakers include Eric Booth, nationally recognized author and speaker, and Dr. Katrina Woodworth, senior researcher at the Stanford Research Institute, who will share findings from a recent study of arts education in California. For more information and to download a brochure and registration form, click here.
UC Institute for Research in the Arts Conference
The University of California Institute for Research in the Arts (UCIRA) is pleased to announce the second annual State of the Arts Conference, to be held May 18-19 at the Berkeley Art Museum and Pacific Film Archive on the UC Berkeley Campus. This year's conference will focus on new media arts and consider their impact on the research functions and modalities of arts practice. The conference will also explore the digital mediation of performance, space, sound, and other experiences, and will showcase faculty and graduate student research projects that exemplify interdisciplinary and intermedia arts practices. For more information, please click here. (Source: California Association of Museums)
National Arts Advocacy Day
Sponsored by Americans for the Arts, the conference will include two days of activities including a Congressional Arts Breakfast, Arts Advocacy Training and opportunities to meet with your members of Congress. It will take place at the Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, DC. March 12–13, 2007. For schedule information and registration form, please click here. For hotel information, please click here. Reserve your hotel room at the discounted rate by February 23, 2007.
Americans for the Arts Annual Convention
Americans for the Arts will hold it’s annual convention in Las Vegas on June 1, 2 & 3, 2007. The Convention will bring together a stellar collection of talent, intellect and dynamism. Stay tuned for more information, which we’ll send out as available. In the interim, we’re planning the content and booking speakers. For more information please click here.
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Funding Opportunities
Irvine Foundation Accepting Applications For New Connections Fund
The James Irvine Foundation (http://www.irvine.org) is dedicated to expanding opportunity for the people of California to participate in a vibrant, successful, and inclusive society. The foundation focuses its grantmaking in three core program areas: Arts; California Perspectives; and Youth. The Irvine Foundation provides funding through the New Connections Fund for organizations that have new projects, new ideas, or which have not previously received a grant from the foundation. Grants of up to $50,000 over one- or two-year grant periods are available. Small and mid-sized organizations (with budgets between $100,000 and $2 million) are particularly encouraged to apply. Deadline to apply is March 8, 2007. Visit the Irvine Foundation's web site for complete grant guidelines, an FAQ, and application procedures. Click here. (Source: California Association of Museums)
National Endowment For The Arts 2008 Guidelines Now Available
The FY 2008 Grants for Arts Projects guidelines are now available online. Grants for Arts Projects is the National Endowment for the Arts’ (NEA) major support category for organizations and includes the Access to Artistic Excellence, Challenge America Reaching Every Community Fast Track Grants, and Learning in the Arts for Children and Youth categories. To view the guidelines, please click here.
(Source: California Association of Museums)
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Indian Film Festival Youth Storyboard Contest & Video Showcase
The Indian Film Festival of Los Angeles is holding a Storyboard (drawing) Contest for students ages 8-12 and a Video Showcase for students under 18. The deadline for both is February 19th. For full details and rules, visit www.indianfilmfestival.org and click on "IFFLA 2007 KidsFest."
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Employment & Job Opportunities
Executive Director
Visual and Performing Arts High School
Submit professional resume and cover letter to:
Deborah Jansen
Los Angeles Unified School District
Personnel Commission-Recruitment
PO Box 513307
Los Angeles, CA 90051-1307,
Via e-mail: deborah.jansen@lausd.net.
For general information about the District please visit the District website at www.lausd.net.
Arts Education Program Manager
San Francisco Arts Commission
To Apply: Submit a resume and a San Francisco job application(which can be found at Government City Employment or at 44 Gough Street) to:
Job 1842, Program Manager, CAE Program,
San Francisco Arts Commission
25 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 240
San Francisco, CA 94102.
For a complete job description, please visit: www.sfgov.org/site/jobs_page.asp?id=51156
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