philosophy essay 6

Essay Question, Week Six, Chapter Eight, “Is It Art?”

To save money and balance the budget, the local school district is planning on eliminating all arts programs (band, orchestra, chorus, theatre, painting classes, etc.) at all grade levels (k-12). You have children enrolled in this district, and your children are interested in participating in several of the art programs. Write a statement to be delivered to the board of trustees arguing against this move. Use at least one of the philosophers from the text to support your statement.