Arts Wire has recently announced the release of 'Planning an arts-centred school handbook' forming part of the Dana Foundation's new arts education program. The book, published by The Dana Press, is available free in a print copy and downloadable online at; www.dana.org The Handbook consists of eighteen essays by artists and educators highlighting best practices and offering approaches from their own varied experiences in the development of arts- centered schools. The publication was designed to guide organizations in curriculum and development, governance, funding, assessment, and community participation. It is being distributed free to schools, school boards, arts agencies, and other organizations interested in arts and education. The Dana Foundation is a private philanthropic organization with particular interests in science, health, and education. The Dana Press is the publishing division of the Foundation. The arts education grants program supports innovative programs leading to improved teaching in the performing arts in public schools. More information about the Handbook, including how to order a print copy and a click to the PDF version is available at;www.dana.org/books/press/artshandbook/

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