Grants for inclusive arts education: supporting students with disabilities
This Act establishes a grant program to enhance access and inclusion of children with disabilities in arts education within elementary and secondary schools. The funding will be used to promote curricula, best practices, and professional development for arts educators and creative arts therapists on how to adapt materials and lessons to better accommodate these students. Citizens can expect support for innovative approaches, including creative arts therapies, in schools.
Key points
Funding professional development for arts educators and therapists to better support students with disabilities in arts classrooms.
Introduction of competitive grants ($15 million authorized in aggregate for fiscal years 2025-2029) for eligible entities to carry out activities increasing inclusion of children with disabilities.
Priority for grants will be given to entities serving schools that receive funds under Title I, which generally serve lower-income areas.
Funds can be used for innovative approaches, including creative arts therapies (like music, dance, or drama) in schools.
Expired
Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_7261
Sponsor: Rep. Scott, David [D-GA-13]
Process start date: 2024-02-06