It is a difficult time for the arts in education. In many districts they are under attack. Words about the importance of music, art and theater are wonderful, but actions show much more.
I have never heard of a district that says the arts are not important, but I have seen many districts that show with their actions that they do not value the arts. At the end of the day (in most districts) specials provide prep time for classroom teachers. When prep time is cut, specials time is cut too.
I understand that districts are under immense pressure to balance their budgets while not receiving funds from their states. This is the perfect time to be honest and to admit that students will be missing out on valuable instruction that specials provide but due to budget concerns it is the only option.
At the end of the day, our actions will always speak louder than our words. What message do your words send? What message do your actions send?
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