YA in the News: Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson and YANJEP President & CEO Michele Russo writes op-ed about the power of arts education to improve student learning

STONO Event 2024. From left to right: Peter Johnson, Adrienne Hill, Stacy Mattia, Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Linda Kinsey, Ann Betterton, Heather Barberi, Michele Russo, Kerri Ann Munoz

Young Audiences Arts for Learning is proud to share the op-ed “Arts Education Nurtures Creativity and Expands Minds” written by Assemblywoman Verlina Reynolds-Jackson, Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on the Public Schools, and Michele Russo, our President & CEO.

Arts education is not a luxury but an essential part of a well-rounded education, fostering creativity, empathy, and critical thinking. Young Audiences is working to make arts education accessible to all children in New Jersey, regardless of their background or location. By integrating arts learning into the school day and providing professional development for teachers, arts education can transform school cultures and improve student outcomes. This investment in arts education is crucial for developing the next generation of creative thinkers and compassionate leaders.

To view the op-ed on NJ.com, please click here.