The Colorado Department of Education

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The Arts

This site provides a hub of Colorado Arts information and resources to support the academic achievement of all students in Colorado.

Content support through the Colorado Department of Education will address essential elements of a comprehensive district plan to offer standards based teaching and learning. Our intent is to:

  • provide tools and supports,
  • deliver clear, timely communication,
  • enhance collaboration between and among all stakeholders,
  • identify research-based approaches to curriculum development and teaching and learning,
  • promote professional development opportunities, and
  • align and integrate elements of CDE's Strategic Initiatives where appropriate.

We aim to provide tools for the empowerment of all stakeholders to actively participate in the process of implementing the Colorado Academic and English Language Proficiency Standards and transforming teaching and learning throughout the State of Colorado.

Important Announcements:

The Arts Curriculum Samples UPDATE!

The curriculum samples are now available in Microsoft Word to support educators' ability to modify and personalize the units for their classroom. Resources have also been added to the site.
Posted: March 15, 2013

Arts Guidebook Tutorials Now Available!

In response to requests regarding guidance in using the Arts Education Guidebook, we have now added short webinar tutorials about the arts education guidebook. It is recommended you watch the “Full Document Walk Through” before viewing each sub section.
Posted: August 31, 2012

PLC Bytes:

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Arts e-Updates:

The e-Updates are intended to be a monthly announcement sent directly to your inbox regarding arts education initiatives and opportunities.

Arts Education in Colorado: Guidebook and Resources

A comprehensive guide for high quality arts education programming to meet the demands of the Colorado Creative Economy is now available.  Click here to learn more.

Relevant Legislation:

Arts Education for Workforce Development Act

This statute encourages all public schools to provide courses in performing and visual arts. Courses may include traditional arts classes, on-line study, internships, externships, mentor experiences, or independent study. Schools are encouraged to use innovative ways to deliver arts education, such as technology, software, and forming partnerships with other school districts, or community colleges. The statute also provides definitions for visual and performing arts in Colorado.

For website assistance in the arts, please contact Karol Gates.