Stop Treating Arts Education Like It Doesn’t Matter

If we believe public education should develop the whole child, then arts education must be defended as part of that mission, not treated like an optional add-on when convenient.

This is not just an arts issue. It is a public education issue. It is an equity issue. It is a workforce issue. It is a community issue.

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K Gordon
Forests and Economies: Why Our Communities Must Rethink Land, Air, and Agriculture

Living in a suburban forest has reshaped how I think about land use. There are many more options besides selling timber or clearing space to build something new. Consider recognizing the value of what already exists and learning how to steward it well. From shaded growing spaces and foraging opportunities to pollination and soil health, forests are working ecosystems.

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