Why has the focus been placed on arts and technology?
Even in the best of economic times, the schools are not funded sufficiently to provide a world class education that includes access to the fine arts and technology. The digital literacy skills that ensure students gain proficiency with real world skills to produce high quality products are “must haves” in the global information economy. Adaptability, creativity and inventive thinking are key priorities of employers. The State budgetary crisis is creating severe funding cuts to programs perceived as “extras” as the first targeted for elimination.Back to top.
