Yesterday, President Trump signed an executive order seeking to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. We share your concerns about what this could mean for public education, arts education, federal funding, and protections for students and teachers.
While this marks a major shift in federal education policy, it's important to remember that fully dissolving a federal agency requires congressional approval.
As these developments unfold, EdTA remains committed to advocating for theatre educators and students. We will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide you with updates, resources, and advocacy opportunities along with our partners in the Arts Education Alliance.
Read more details about the executive order here.
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Dr. Jennifer Katona
Executive Director/President
Educational Theatre Association
Educational Theatre Foundation
NYC
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