There Are Good Reasons for Participating in Youth Art Month

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There Are Good Reasons for Participating in Youth Art MonthAuthor(s): Claire FlanaganSource: Art Education, Vol. 34, No. 5 (Sep., 1981), pp. 38-39Published by: National Art Education AssociationStable URL: http://www.jstor.org/stable/3192479 .

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There Are Good Reasons for Participating in Youth Art Month

Balloon launch, Reston, Virginia

Claire Flanagan

outh Art Month is a proven effective art advocacy program.

It has saved art programs in jeop- ardy. It has expanded existing art programs. It has fostered new art programs where there were none.

Youth Art Month provides:

'1 _ _. 6,~ < ~ ?~ . An annual opportunity for art educators and everyone concerned with art education to work together to increase support.

An opportunity to explain that art is fit) ? 'Wi - 2.not a frill but an essential for the full

An opportunity for educators to

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exhibit the creative, interesting, and appealing works of their students.

An opportunity to demonstrate that art programs develop self-esteem, appreciation for the work of others, an outlet for self-expression, and the capacity to cooperate with others.

An opportunity for governors and mayors to proclaim March as Youth Art Month and to encourage all citi- zens to get involved and support local programs.

An ideal time for school administra- tors and school boards to draw atten- tion to their schools in general and their art programs in particular.

An opportunity for elected state and national political representatives to express support for art programs.

An opportunity to develop commu- ~"~ ' nity support for art education under

the direction of a local chairperson. An opportunity for radio and televi-

sion stations to schedule special features and spots on why art is important, what is going on in local schools, and local YAM happenings.

An opportunity for newspapers, ." N C ;} 4 _,:-.~ii~.':,;/AW~--.?,;: __magazines, ana newsletters to teature

~11':'[, _g t':.v .l 'Y~.. __articles, items and photos on why art is important, what is going on in schools and YAM activities.

An ideal time for merchants, espe-



cially those concerned with art sup- plies; banks; and other businesses to have exhibits of student art and to feature YAM in their ads.

An opportunity for manufacturers and other businesses to exhibit the art of employees' children and sponsor other activities such as balloon launches, development of posters, etc.

An opportunity for state chairpersons to foster, encourage, and coordinate activities throughout their states.

Youth Art Month Is an established national obser-

vance with activities in every state and interest in foreign countries.

Was initiated in March of 1961 and has ever since been sponsored by The Crayon, Water Color and Craft Institute, Inc., a non-profit association of manufacturers of quality children's art materials.

Is co-sponsored by the Art Education Associatio: National Parent Teachers tion.

Has the endorsement of youth, civic, business, an organizations.

The Crayon, Water Color Craft Institute

Encourages the appoint state Youth Art Month ch by state art education ass(

Prepares guidelines to a development of state-wide

and the stimulation of local projects. National Prepares and distributes YAM n and the Guidelines for Community participa- Associa- tion.

Arranges for special how-to ses- many sions at the NAEA Conventions. d fraternal Presents awards to honor outstand-

ing state chairpersons at the NAEA Conventions.

and Sponsors Youth Art Month Honor Club breakfasts for previous award

:ment of winners to discuss improvements in tairpersons the program. ociations. Disseminates information through tssist in the a periodic YAM NEWS.

programs Arranges for publicity in art education and other publications.

Kirsten Schulte Encourages the support and partic- ipation of national organizations including those concerned with art, business, women, health, and youth.

Seeks national political support. Stimulates covers and articles in

national publications. Stimulates network coverage dur-

ing March. Coordinates YAM activities at the

national level.

The NAEA Is supportive and encourages par-

ticipation. Features Youth Art Month activi-

ties and news in each issue of its Newsletter.

Participates in the selection of awardees.

*--\ Distributes YAM literature.

.-,_A\ Provides space for exhibits and

workshops at annual conferences. Provides the National Chairperson.

The National PTA Includes news of YAM activities

and urges support of all members. Urges state and local chapters to

participate in community events, helps to interest school boards, orga- nizes discussions and demonstra- tions.

The General Federation of Women's Clubs

Includes news of YAM programs and activities in their publications.

State affiliates support and sponsor special events through their cultural arts chairpersons who frequently ini- tiate activities where there are none.

You should participate, too. There is a role for everyone interested. If you don't know your local YAM chairperson, check with your schools. If there is none, arrange an observance yourself. There is help available. Write for guidelines for community observances to: The Cra- yon, Water Color and Craft Institute, Inc., 60 Rock Harbor Road, Orleans, Massachusetts 02653, or The National Art Education Association, 1916 Association Drive, Reston, Vir- ginia 22091. The cost is one dollar.

Claire Flanagan is National Youth Art Month coordinator for The Cra- yon, Water Color and Craft Institute, Inc., in Orleans, Massachusetts.

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