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Celebrate National Arts in Education Week
September 12-18 has been designated by the U.S. House of Representatives as national "Arts in Education Week." Authored and introduced by CA Representative Jackie Speier (D-CA), this resolution is the first Congressional expression of support celebrating all the disciplines comprising arts education. The resolution seeks to support the attributes of arts education that are recognized as instrumental to developing a well-rounded education such as creativity, imagination, and cross-cultural understanding. Find out more at www.aep-arts.org.
Celebrate National Arts and Humanities Month, October 2010
National Arts and Humanities Month (NAHM) is a coast-to-coast collective celebration of culture in America. Each year since 1993, NAHM has helped give millions of Americans the opportunity to explore new facets of the arts and humanities in their lives and has encouraged them to begin a lifelong habit of active participation.
Read more at http://www.nasaa-arts.org
CSMA Welcomes New Interim Executive Director
CSMA is pleased to welcome Kathy Thibodeaux as our new Interim Executive Director! Kathy has 25 years of executive-level leadership experience in the private and non-profit sectors. As a past chair and vice-chair of CSMA’s board and past president of the Mountain View Educational Foundation, she has a strong understanding of CSMA’s programs and mission, as well as a commitment to arts education. Read more
Fall Semester Registration is Now Open!
CSMA's Fall Semester 2010 registration is now available! Browse the course listings online, or download the PDF catalog. (Printed catalogs will be arriving soon!) Once you find the classes you want, note the course numbers and register online today; or download the registration form to register by fax, mail, or in person.
CSMA's New Media Lab Has a New Look & Trajectory!
An extensive redesign and streamlined look have enabled us to expand both class offerings and sizes. Hardware and software upgrades include a state-of-the-art SmartBoard with power speakers, high performance Apple Mac minis, touch-sensitive Wacom tablets and the latest in MBox technology.
In addition to enhancing your experience in some of your favorite digital classes, this unique facility will be the home to innovative new programs. The Music School curriculum focus will be in the area of music composition, with a New Music Festival in the spring featuring performances of student compositions! Likewise, the Art School will highlight diverse comic book creation techniques.
We’re all excited about these changes and the amazing creations you will be able to bring to life with these new tools. Register now!
