About Us

We are a statewide coalition of professional arts organizations addressing the needs of K-12 arts education in North Carolina.

Mission

Uniting arts educators and community stakeholders to advance the quality and scope of arts education in North Carolina.

Vision

We envision high-quality, standards-based instruction in arts education, integrated throughout the curriculum and taught by licensed arts educators to develop student creativity and innovation while effectively engaging, retaining, and preparing future-ready students for graduation as lifelong arts supporters, consumers, and creators.

Goals

  • Leadership
    • Connecting Arts Fields Professional Educators
    • Identifying the critical issues for Arts Education in the State
    • Responsive to issues from the field
  • Professional Development and Networking
    • Keeping Abreast of Current Issues/Trends/Research
    • Professional Educator Growth (Arts Ed Funding, SEL, DEIA, etc)
  • Advocacy
    • Visibility and Presence of the Arts
    • Promoting Access and Equity of the Arts
    • Education about Positive Student Outcomes of the Arts

Coalition Partners

The NC Arts Education Leadership Coalition is moderated by staff from the NC Department of Public Instruction