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May 6, 2012

New Engines of Growth

National Governors Association‘New Engines of Growth’ report cites Kentuckyarts and cultural initiativesFRANKFORT, Ky. — With concerns over job creation and business growth holding a prominent position on policy agendas today,…

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April 28, 2012

Smithtown East’s High School Musical Production!

Beauty & the BeastIf there's EVER any doubt about the value and educational impact of The Arts, then revisit a high school production. The confidence, charisma, and charm of Smithtown…

April 28, 2012

The First 100 Stories

Testimonial #11: Ronni HubbardHow has your life been indelibly touched by a teacher who utilized the arts for whatever reason and acknowledge how they were instrumental in breaking the mold…

April 20, 2012

Sherrie Nickol: Capturing Real People With a Click of her Camera

What started out as an artistic project became the seed for an exciting business enterprise. Award-winning photographers Sherrie Nickol and David Katzenstein were intrigued by capturing every day people in…

April 17, 2012

National Arts Advocacy Day

Support Arts Advocacy Day 2012!Today, hundreds of dedicated arts supporters from across the country have come together in Washington, DC for National Arts Advocacy Day, a united effort to tell…

April 7, 2012

GEM Magazine April 2012

Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight Read about why twelve-year-old Olivia Bouler believes The Arts are not only the conduit through which she channels her energy and enthusiasm for her causes, but…

March 27, 2012

First Online with Fran Episode 2: Starting a Workshop!

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March 21, 2012

Marla Lewis: Grammy Winning Songwriter for Kids, Parents, and Teachers

“I never expected to win a Grammy,” says Wantagh Award-winning singer/songwriter, Marla Lewis. “I just love to write songs that teach, entertain, and sometimes raise a smile. I’m really proud…

March 12, 2012

Olivia Bouler: Taking Flight

Twelve-year-old Olivia first gained fame two years ago when she offered her paintings to people who donated to the National Audubon Society in response to the BP Gulf oil spill.…

March 7, 2012

First Online With Fran Featured in GEM Magazine

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March 7, 2012

It’s March. Do You know How Strong Your Schools’ Arts Programs Are?

Posted on Arne Duncan Secretary Duncan talks with students at one of the ED's frequent Student Art Exhibit Openings at the Department's headquarters. The arts are an important part of…

March 7, 2012

It’s March. Do You know How Strong Your Schools’ Arts Programs Are?

Posted on Arne Duncan Secretary Duncan talks with students at one of the ED's frequent Student Art Exhibit Openings at the Department's headquarters. The arts are an important part of…

March 5, 2012

chandra thomas: ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE

For as long as she can remember, chandra thomas ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE credits her family for instilling a love of storytelling. Entrenched in her upbringing between Harlem and Long…

March 5, 2012

chandra thomas: ACTOR-WRITER-PRODUCER-YOUTH ARTS EDUCATION ADVOCATE

February 20, 2012

Arts education program boosts reading scores

February 13, 2012

You Gotta Have HeART!

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January 24, 2012

Frances McGarry: Featured Guest on Artistic Resilience

Be realistic. Be transparent. Be authentic. I was featured as a guest on

January 9, 2012

An Interview with Tricia McDermott

The Little Theater Who Could… An Interview with Tricia McDermott. Founder/Producing Artistic Director Airmid Theatre Company.This following article recently appeared in the 2012 January/February Arts and Entertainment issue of GEM…