A recent study showed that 85% of business leaders “are currently having difficulty recruiting individuals who possess creative ability.” In fact, did you know that U.S. employers rate creativity/innovation as one of the top five skills expected to increase in importance by 2015?
But despite this fact, the study also reports that arts courses in schools usually are electives, with creative writing being the only required class in more than 50% of districts. Only 20% of schools require that student take a music class.
What can we do to better provide students with the skills they need to be successful in the working world?
How can we support arts education in area schools?
What role do you see arts education playing in creating a workforce that serves the needs of area employers in greater Fredericksburg?
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3. Or, if you'd rather not complete the full survey, submit your thoughts in this brief online form (8 questions, takes about 5 minutes.)
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