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