Welcome to The Office of Arts Education web site!

We hope that you will find this site a useful resource for keeping you informed of various arts programs offered by the Chicago Public Schools, upcoming student performances, and the numerous organizations that provide arts opportunities throughout the city.

In keeping with the spirit of being a "hub of communication", we encourage you to share your feedback and ideas so that we may better serve your needs and the needs of your children.

For ways you can help advocate for more arts at your school visit the Parent Resouce page from the Arts Education Collaborative.

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U.S. Secretary of Education Reinforces Importance of Arts Education
On August 18, 2009 U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, held a national teleconference to address the importance of arts education in our schools. He stressed the arts are a core academic subject and an essential part of a complete education for all students. Secretary Duncan also encouraged parents to get involved and to play an active role in getting their school to support the arts. To learn more, read the published press release.