On Tuesday, February 25th, the Office of Congresswoman Velázquez (NY-07) reintroduced a resolution that designates February 28th as National Community Arts Education Day.
The goal is to bring more recognition to the importance and benefits of a diversified arts education model.
The bill recognizes community arts education as:
- A transformative and participatory practice that engages individuals in a community context.
- Wherein community arts educators provide instruction to a diverse range of students during in-and-out of school settings.
- A means for students to enhance self-confidence and critical learning skills.
To read the bill text click here.
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A Message from Congresswoman Velazquez
To further her celebration of the reintroduction of her resolution designating February 28th as National Community Arts Education Day, Congresswoman Velázquez (NY-07) presents a message to community arts educators and their supporters that speaks to the bill's importance and arts education in general. The Congresswoman discusses the importance of a diversified education model and its importance in the current administration.
Published: February 25, 2025