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Research & Resource Library

Welcome to your one-stop hub for arts education data, research, and advocacy tools.

At Arts Ed NJ, we believe informed action drives lasting impact. That’s why we’ve built and curated a suite of powerful tools to help educators, advocates, parents, policymakers, and students better understand and champion arts education in every New Jersey school.

Whether you're building a case for arts access or shaping local policy, these tools are designed to inform, inspire, and empower.

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Explore our Key Resources

Interactive Data Dashboard

Find out what your school is offering in Arts Education and compare with other schools and districts.

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School Board Survey

Your school board and school budget influences arts education in your district. In 2025 we won't be offering the School Board candidate survey...but see what 2024 candidates were talking about.

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Latest Census Report

Our five Arts Education Census reports provides the most comprehensive look yet at the state of arts learning in NJ schools—revealing where we’re making progress and where gaps remain.

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Arts Ed Now & For All(opens in new tab)

Our powerful statewide campaign mobilizing local champions to ensure every student has access to quality, equitable arts education in New Jersey's public and charter schools.

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Heart of the Arts

Connecting social emotional learning and arts education by featuring diverse perspectives from expert SEL practitioners.

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SEL Framework(opens in new tab)

Designed to illuminate the intersection between arts education and social-emotional learning to allow for appropriate teaching and learning strategies, with the overarching goal of enhancing art education.

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The Merrill G. and Emita E. Hastings Foundation
Truzak Foundation

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Your support helps us advocate for policy change, provide professional development, conduct essential research, and celebrate the achievements of students and educators across New Jersey. Together, we can ensure arts education for every child, every day, every year.

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