Arts Parent Leadership Council Members Understand:
- that they are their child’s first and most influential teacher. They understand their child’s own learning style and advocate for proper teaching methods and resources so their child will thrive in school.
- that all children are unique individuals and learn differently and that they all need different kinds of experiences and support.
- that the whole child needs to be nurtured in the school environment so they can realize their own potential.
- that the arts play a unique role in their child’s growth and education. They take their child to arts activities and events such as museums, concerts, galleries, plays and festivals. They pause to talk with their children about what they see and hear.
- that ALL children learn better when they are exposed to the arts.
- that society works better when children have access to the arts in school so that they will learn the value of collaboration, interdependence, and compassion.
- that creativity is the solution to problems and that sometimes it is necessary to take a risk and color outside of the lines.
- that arts education brings people together and fosters sensitivity to others while celebrating one’s own individuality and self-responsibility. It also promotes interdependence, investigation and curiosity, qualities that are needed to become successful adults.
- that the whole community benefits when children grow to become conscious, informed, respectful, engaged, compassionate and happy adults, all qualities that are developed when the arts are a regular part of a child’s education.
- that a few parents have the power to change one school for the better, and that a collective group of parents can change the world.
Quarterly meetings - a time where parents and community members from different schools and neighborhoods can meet face to face to talk about what's important to them, inspire each other, and collaborate on projects for mutual support. Some meetings will feature guest speakers on particular issues.
Valley Arts - receive a subscription to AEAC's quarterly newspaper and keep current on the organization as well as receive the latest information on arts related news and events.
Quarterly drawings - members' names will automatically be placed in a drawing at each quarterly meeting. Winners receive prices such as theatrical and music assemblies, art supplies, field trips, or murals for their child's school.
Screenings - free access to any film screenings that AEAC produces.
Arts Education Resource Directory - 200 listings of various arts organizations, venues, and individuals who provide arts education services to children, schools and families.
Annual membership dues: $25
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