arts education websites

Arts in Education Partnership
A national coalition of arts, education, business, philanthropic and government organizations that demonstrate and promote the essential role of the arts in education.  The site offers useful research, assessment tools, a state arts education policy database, and informative publications

Department of Education
The Department of Education offers professional development and funding programs for arts education

National Arts Education Association
NAEA aims to promote art education through Professional Development, Service, Advancement of Knowledge, and Leadership

ARTSCAN
Developed by the Education Commission of the States, ARTSCAN supports the analysis of state-level arts education policy.  ARTSCAN allows you to compare arts education policy between states, conduct research, and view issues related to arts education for K-12

Music for All
A national non-profit organization committed to expanding the role of music and the arts in education.  Offers advocacy tools, useful links

Young Audiences
A leading source of arts-in-education services, Young Audiences works to advance the artistic and educational development of public school students

National Guild of Community Schools of the Arts
A national service organization for non-profit organizations providing arts education in urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the United States.  The Guild researches and promotes best practices, provides opportunities for professional development and dialogue, and advocates for broad access

Lincoln Center for Arts Education
The Institute works in partnership with pre-K through grade twelve educators and degree-granting teacher education programs, and provides numerous professional development opportunities