Upper Dublin High School has been awarded the Outstanding Visual Arts Community 2024 by the Pennsylvania Art Education Association for its commitment to visual arts education.

“We are delighted that Upper Dublin High School has received this prestigious honor, which reflects our school district’s commitment to educational excellence and to providing a well-rounded learning experience for all students. I commend our entire K-12 art team for their contributions to our exceptional visual arts program,” said Upper Dublin School District’s Superintendent Dr. Laurie Smith. 

Districts receiving this endorsement demonstrate the importance of their visual arts programs with:

• Rigorous and Inclusive Programs: Arts programs demonstrate rigor using standards-based curricula taught at every level by highly qualified and certified art educators.
• Highly Accessible Programs: Art programs are offered to all students at every level of education with a sustainable budget for the visual arts.
• Highly Visible Programs: Schools and districts identify their programmatic accomplishments, curriculum for all levels, art staff, mission statements, and arts events using their school websites and social media.

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