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California teachers weave arts into academics amid educator shortage
Original: With arts educators in short supply, California teachers weave arts into academics
With arts educators in short supply across California, general classroom teachers are increasingly integrating visual arts, music and drama into core academic subjects like math, reading and science. The approach aims to keep arts education alive for students despite staffing gaps, with teachers taking on creative instruction outside their formal training. The trend highlights broader concerns about sustaining well-rounded education amid persistent teacher shortages statewide.
Why now: Teacher shortages are forcing schools to find creative workarounds, making arts integration a timely education topic.
Evidence
- With arts educators in short supply, California teachers weave arts into academics · Times of San Diego
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