Introduction
Wexford, Inc., is commemorating its 30 years of improving educational programs for all students, especially those addressing underserved communities, by launching this first phase of The Art of Belonging initiative. It is meant to support those who raise awareness to strengthen programs and strategies, educating and engaging students and communities in Creativity to Stand Up Against Bullying!
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Guiding Principles Based on Research and Improvement Science
Resources
The Power of the Arts in Our Society and Communities
Building unity and helping children cope with bullying
Benefits of the Arts Disciplines
Research and resources from the Arts in Education Partnership
Standards Based Arts Integration
Unleashing creativity and empathy, supporting content and Social Emotional Learning
CA State Standards Instruction in the Arts and Arts Integration
LACOE Center for Distance and online Learning - TEAL and ECELA Arts Integration and SEL
LACOE-CDOL Creative AWARE Arts Integration/ Mental Health Project
Norton Simon Museum Cultivate Empathy Through Art, Grades K-5 and 6-12
Art Inspiring Empathy in Young Children
Using Art as a Medium to Teach SEL
Rich Resources from PBS and the Kennedy Center Digital Library
Arts education can be transformative, inspiring a sense of belonging




