Arts courses are often given low weight in calculating students GPA and class rank. Can this be harmful as students pursue their proficiency?
A. Yes, this may be an indication that your district has not yet thought through the implications of the new arts graduation requirement. As you work with others in your school or district on PBGR (Pproficiency Based by Ggraduation Requirements) teams, address this concern. The main responsibility of arts educators is to ensure the rigor of arts education.