Plaza de la Raza Youth Mariachi Ensemble
Student Voices Summit, April 2017

The California Alliance for Arts Education believes every student, regardless of economic circumstances, should experience a quality arts education. The visual and performing arts have a unique ability to communicate the ideas and emotions of the human spirit and connect us to our history, heritage and culture. They foster creativity, critical thinking, and collaborative skills. Beyond the classroom, the arts engender humanity and citizenship, which contribute to the vitality of communities and enrichment of the larger world.

The Alliance works to ensure all students have access to arts education by providing policy expertise and by mobilizing a statewide network of advocates and allied partners. Our programs support local advocacy efforts, provide valuable planning resources to school districts, and promote student voices in school decision making.

Every donation makes a difference. Thank you for your support!