The Impact of Arts Education on Student Success: Evidence from a Large-Scale Study

Title: Study Shows Positive Impact of Arts Education on Student Achievement

In a recent study conducted by researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Missouri, the benefits of arts education on student achievement were examined. The study focused on the Arts Access Initiative in Houston, which brings arts education programs to under-resourced public schools in the city.

The researchers found that arts education has a positive impact on student discipline, writing achievement, school engagement, and empathy. Students who participated in arts education programs were less likely to have disciplinary infractions, showed improvement in writing test scores, and demonstrated increased levels of empathy and engagement in school.

The study also highlighted the importance of arts education in providing students with a well-rounded education. The researchers emphasized that arts education is not only beneficial for its intrinsic value but also has positive effects on academic outcomes and social-emotional development.

The findings of the study are particularly significant for students of color, who are more likely to attend under-resourced schools and have limited access to arts education. The researchers hope that their study will inform strategies to restore and retain arts education in under-resourced schools and help policymakers understand the importance of arts education in promoting student success.

Overall, the study provides compelling evidence that arts education plays a crucial role in enhancing student achievement and should be prioritized in K-12 public education.