With California's budget problems, the educational arts programs have been some of the first targets for cutbacks.
Yet at a time when cities, states and private donors are drastically reducing support for the arts, we cannot hope for more educational arts programming, but less.
Camps, sports, educational and arts programs, pool memberships, day trips and (yee-haw) child care.
Ceramic platters, tea sets, bowls, vases and trays by 40 artists will be on sale through Dec. 21, with proceeds benefiting educational and arts programs at Greenwich House.
The official mission of Free Arts NYC is to "provide underserved children and families with a unique combination of educational arts and mentoring programs that help them to foster the self-confidence and resiliency needed to realize their fullest potential," according to the organization's website.
Most educational programs, even those with solid art programs, portray art as a reprieve from homework and arithmetic.
Educational Alliance WEDNESDAY A black-tie dinner at the Pierre will raise money for the Educational Alliance, which offers social services, educational, recreational and arts programs for children and adults intended to promote self-help and foster social justice.
The Teaneck Recreation Department offers educational, sports and arts programs throughout the year.
The organization is working to establish a new park between the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges and to provide educational, arts, culture and recreation programs at the site until it is open.
We need a superintendent who will address this problem by making absolutely certain that all students receive the same educational opportunities: STEM classes and arts programs; college and career counseling; special education; a safe and supportive environment; and especially the best possible teaching and administrative staff.
