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| University of Oregon graduate students assist with video documentation and delegate interviews. Photo: Andie Petkus. |
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| Charlie Walker of The Chalkboard Project responds to interview questions. Photo: Andie Petkus. |
| 1st Congress Video Documentation
Participants were asked "What is the state of arts education in your city or district?" Their responses reflect a desire for increased opportunities and optimism that change can be accomplished. Remarks from Ron Paul, chair of the Oregon Arts Commission and Jean Boyer Cowling, vice-chair of the Oregon Arts Commission, an arts education lesson on the gong from Niel DePonte, executive director of Metro Arts, Inc., and contextual information from Michael Kosmala, The Canoe Group. The executive director of the Oregon Arts Commission, Christine D’Arcy offers information about what inspired this event and what the Oregon Arts Commission plans to do next. Opening keynote from the Creative Director of Weiden+Kennedy, an international design firm. John makes the case for creative innovation with a story about Steve Jobs’ early introduction to aesthetics. Bringing years of experience in paradigm-shifting civic engagement as a board member of the Chalkboard Project, Charlie urges delegates to maintain a long-range vision. Speaking from the perspective of the funding community, Joyce encourages creativity and collaboration. A graduate student in the arts administration program at University of Oregon and a graduate of Oregon public schools, Mindy shares the impact of the arts on her life. Labor Commissioner Brad Avakian Oregon’s new Labor Commissioner discusses the arts and their connection to a healthy economy, while also emphasizing the intrinsic value of the arts. Newly elected House District 34 Representative talks about his personal connection to the arts, his wife’s work as an educator and artist, and his commitment to education. Redmond superintendent of schools shares stories and lessons learned from her district’s arts education programs. The executive director of the Portland Youth Philharmonic and member of the leadership group, Diane talks about next steps for the Bill of Creative Rights. Master Storyteller Will Hornyak delivers the closing address with a story about teamwork, inviting the audience to participate in a kinesthetic learning experience. Participants were asked "If you could make one statement to a policy maker about why arts education is important, what would you say?" Their responses emphasize their dedication to seeing change happen.
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