SENATE RESOLUTION CELEBRATING MARCH OF 2025 AS “ARTS IN THE SCHOOLS MONTH” IN THE STATE OF RHODE ISLAND

This Senate Resolution (SR 837) symbolically declares March 2025 as "Arts in the Schools Month" in Rhode Island. It does not create new laws or affect specific groups, but urges all citizens to recognize and support arts educators, artists, and administrators who provide arts education in schools. The resolution cites the value of arts learning for student skills like critical thinking and cultural competency, aligning with national arts education organizations. It directs the Secretary of State to certify the resolution to the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts.