Music & Arts Advocacy
Learning music helps young people do better in school and in life. Research
tells us that students active in school music programs are more successful;
students say that their commitment to music keeps them focused and motivated in
everything they pursue.
Music is basic to our development and expression. Yet music and arts education
programs are being cut or reduced in public schools. The articles and documents
posted below reinforce the values and benefits students receive as a result of
participating in music and arts programs.
Watch this page
for information on how you, as a parent or community member, can make your voice
heard to influence school budget and curriculum decisions to assure all children
have access to music education. *
"The Ten Core Values of Marching Band"
"The Educational Values of Marching Band"
"The Arts are
Essential for a Complete Education"
* Portions of this page and selected articles are sourced from the Tarpon Springs High School Leadership and Music Conservatory website: www.tarponspringsband.com