NEW The Mosaic Model for Youth Development through the Arts - Outstanding evaluation report on the experiences of the Mosaic Youth Theatre of New York. Funded by The Wallace Foundation, the report sought to answer the question "How does participation in the Mosaic Youth Theatre Ensemble affect a young person's: academic achievement, artistic ability, professionalism, leadership skills, and community development and participation?" You'll find some great ideas and outcomes throughout the report. Extensive bibliography. Thanks to The Wallace Foundation.
Understanding the Market for Arts Education in Afterschool Settings - Arts Education Network (2007)
Arts and Afterschool: A Powerful Combination - Afterschool Alliance (2005)
The Power of Combining Youth Development Principles, Culture and Arts - Findings of a Study of the Culture & Arts Youth Development Initiative, 2003-2007. Funded by The Skillman Foundation. Report prepared by Center for youth and Communities, The Heller School for Social Policy and Management, Brandeis University, January 2007).
How the Arts Can Enhance Afterschool Programs - National Endowment for the Arts and US Department of Education (2002)
Afterschool Programs and Music Education - National Association for Music Education (position paper - 2005)
Arts Education Network (A Program of Americans for the Arts) - "Through advocacy, research, partnerships, and professional development, Americans for the Arts strives to provide and secure more resources and support for arts education."
MENC: National Association for Music Education - "To advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all."
