We have a Virginia Coalition for Fine Arts Education (VCFAE) call to ACTION ALERT that we need to address. In the face of uncertain plans for the Fall of 2020, we must keep speaking up about the importance of music and arts education. If we don’t advocate and bring potential solutions to the table, this will have devastating consequences for music education. Please encourage parents, educators, and communities to advocate for our children having a well-rounded education in the Fall and beyond that includes music and the arts.

 We know that fine and performing arts teachers can and will rise to the challenges presented by any social distancing requirements communicated by the Governor and the Department of Health that could be in place for schools at reopening. There is no reason to cancel arts classes at any level.