Utah: Random Acts of Art

Utah communities are finding new ways to feed the hungry, unite diverse communities, repurpose trash, combat bullying, beautify public spaces and teach job skills to high-risk youth—all while celebrating the arts. Led by graduates of the Utah Division of Arts & Museums‘ Change Leader Institute, Random Acts of Art are 10 unique artistic projects designed […]

Utah: Parent-Teacher Association Partnership

The Utah Arts Council (UAC) has a strong partnership with the Utah PTA (Parent-Teacher Association). In 1997, under the leadership of UAC’s arts education program, Utah PTA expanded state Reflections program to include dance choreography, film and theatre. Utah PTA served as a model for the new categories for other states and the National PTA […]

Utah: Beverly Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program

In 2008, the Utah State Legislature funded the Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program, a new public/private arts education initiative that allocates funds to hire arts specialists for Utah schools. Administered by the Utah Arts Council, the program will provide $16 million over four years to hire art specialists to work with elementary school teachers. […]