Priska Neely
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The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors declared this week Arts Week, while arts advocates gathered at City Hall on Wednesday to push for more funding. -
Over the years, Jonathan Bernal has noticed his eighth graders don't know much about the 1960s. He designed a unit that ties in '60s history, literature and music.
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"The opportunity to feel like they belong in a museum, that it’s for everyone, that was the draw."
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Two San Diego school districts have made big investments in arts instruction. This week, educators from across the country will visit to see the results at schools.
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Gabrielle Gorman's short film about her personal struggles with race and self-esteem has gotten national recognition. She has some big dreams going forward.
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The L.A. Unified School District has a little-known but massive fine art collection. For the first time, some of the works are now accessible through a new website.
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A monologue competition gives teen thespians an August opportunity: A chance to perform in New York City.
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She was one of 17 professional songwriters who spent a day with teen girls teaching them the tricks of the trade and then performing songs they'd written.
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The number of jobs linked to art, culture and design in the LA area is on the rise, according to the latest report from the Otis College of Art and Design.
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After coming in on top, the reigning champions are busy prepping for the state competition in March. They usually practice after school until 8 p.m. and on Saturdays.
Stories by Priska Neely
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