SXSW EDU 2025
Face the Music: Why Music & Arts Education Matter for Kids
Description:
Music and arts education is crucial for children's holistic development, especially post-pandemic. Research shows these programs enhance academic performance, engagement, attendance, and social-emotional growth. This session will present findings from the CMA Foundation’s assessment of Tennessee's music and arts education programs. We'll discuss how decision-makers, educators and families can make informed investments, share best practices, and advocate for sustainable programming to ensure all students benefit from music and arts education.
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Takeaways
- Share key data points and lessons from the Tennessee case study that engaged 589 schools, 23 school districts and 1,174 music and arts teachers.
- Give examples of sustainable practices for how schools and districts can ensure all students experience the benefit of music and arts programs.
- Provide recommendations for how families, educators and education agencies can make better investments and advocate for music and arts education.
Speakers
- Tiffany Kerns, Executive Director | CMA Foundation and SVP Industry Relations & Philanthropy | CMA, Country Music Association/Country Music Association Foundation
- Country Music Association Talent/Singer TBD, Musician/Singer/Songwriter/Artist, Country Music Association
- Lauren Malecha, Music Teacher, Chester County Schools
Organizer
Emily Schleh, Community Impact Manager, Country Music Association
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