Arts Learning

80% of students will pass instrument proficiency benchmarks at 70% or greater throughout the pilot program lessons. 90% of students will feel they have increased instrument skills, music literacy, engagement and overall experience. 70% of students who enter the band pilot program in Spring 2019 will complete the band pilot program. Each teacher will assess the individual growth of the students they interact with on a weekly basis to determine benchmark proficiencies. Surveys with student participants, teachers and parents assess and evaluate key indicators of success, such as: increased interest in and understanding of the music, increased self-confidence and self-pride, increased confidence to explore other interests, increased desire to perform music in public concerts, and increased engagement in school and life. Further anecdotal evidence collection will indicate whether our students are self-analyzing feeling “less stressed” and “more focused” after music instruction and recognizing first-hand that the musical arts can help them realize their potential; expressing their emotions; and imagining new possibilities for their lives. We have witnessed that offering under-resourced youth access to music acts as a powerful agent to develop their voice, pride, confidence, and creativity.