ESD 123 Educational Service District
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Othello School District
Position 2
Chris Baginski
Which of these arts did you have as a part of your own K-12 education?
Music
How did the arts impact your education and life after high school?
Helped open my mind to different opportunities, as a farm kid not always exposed to all that life offers
If elected, which of these strategies would you consider to support arts education in your district?
- Create a local arts education task-force
How do you plan to support and implement SB5878 this school year?
However the community would like and best for our kids in this area
Arts education which incorporates trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices can be uniquely beneficial, especially during this challenging period in history. How do you see the arts playing a role in student success in your district?
Informing kids to different opportunities
Pasco School District
Position 5
Rosa Torres
Which of these arts did you have as a part of your own K-12 education?
Dance, Music, Theatre, Visual Art
How did the arts impact your education and life after high school?
It gave me a creative outlet and enriched my learning experience. Also, I believe it made me a more well-rounded student, professional and person.
If elected, which of these strategies would you consider to support arts education in your district?
- Research current arts program and assess needs throughout the district
- Work for a budget to finacially support arts instruction at all schools
- Develop or update a district level arts plan
- Develop or expand district support for teaching artist residencies
- Support arts inclusion professional development opportunities for classroom teachers
- Support trauma-informed, culturally responsive professional development for arts teachers
- Seek out insights from local PTAs, Booster Clubs, and arts organizations
How do you plan to support and implement SB5878 this school year?
In support of SB5878, I’ll work with my fellow board members to make sure our district at a minimum is meeting the requirement across all our schools, and develop long term/sustainable plans to exceed it. Art education is essential to an inclusive and rich learning experience, so I will also work to give it the priority it deserves.
Arts education which incorporates trauma-informed and culturally responsive practices can be uniquely beneficial, especially during this challenging period in history. How do you see the arts playing a role in student success in your district?
I believe the arts are critical to the education and overall well-being of our students. The arts offer students another way they can develop their minds, express themselves, build confidence, and maybe most importantly find community and belonging. They are a key opportunity for our children to explore their potential and gives them something positive they can carry throughout their lives at a personal level and perhaps professionally.