This Week is “Arts in Education Week”

The second week of September is known as “Arts in Education Week” following a house resolution passed in July 2010.

The resolution states: “[...] Arts education, comprising a rich array of disciplines including dance, music, theatre, media arts, literature, design, and visual arts, is a core academic subject and an essential element of a complete and balanced education for all students. “

The week is to promote and showcase the immense role arts education has in producing engaged, successful, and college and career-ready students. 

Is your student involved in any arts programs? Do you have a concert, gallery or show coming up? Post below and share! 

And what else is happening around Yorkville this week?

• On Monday there's a low-cost pet vaccine clinic starting at 3 p.m.
• Tuesday there's a ribbon cutting and open house and the Kendall County Food Pantry.
• The Rooftop Summer Music Series has a performance on Thursday, Sept. 12.
• Saturday is the second annual Kendall County Pig Out with all proceeds benefitting the YARN Foundation. 
• Saturday is also the "Over the Net" volleyball tournament benefitting Special Olympics put on by New Life church.