Hawaii 2022 Regular Session

Hawaii House Bill HR164

Introduced
3/11/22  
Refer
3/14/22  
Report Pass
3/31/22  

Caption

Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Education In Public Schools To Address Learning Loss Caused By The Covid-19 Pandemic.

Impact

The resolution comes in response to alarming reports from the Department of Education, which noted significant declines in student proficiency across key subjects during the pandemic. Specifically, it was reported that only thirty-two percent of students were proficient in math, a drop of twenty-six percent since 2019. By advocating for enhanced arts education, the resolution aims to enhance student learning experiences and promote recovery from these academic setbacks. As schools receive significant federal funds for educational relief, the resolution suggests that some of this funding could be allocated towards arts education initiatives.

Summary

House Resolution 164 urges the Department of Education in Hawaii to increase access to arts and cultural education in public schools, primarily to mitigate the learning loss experienced by students due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The resolution emphasizes the importance of arts education, arguing that it is essential for providing a well-rounded education that benefits the developmental needs of children. The text references multiple studies demonstrating that engagement in arts and cultural curricula can lead to improvements in critical thinking, verbal achievement, social behavior, and overall academic performance.

Contention

While the resolution is generally supportive of increasing arts access, there could be questions regarding funding allocations and how these changes will be implemented within the existing educational framework. Some may argue that emphasis should be placed on core subjects primarily, suggesting a potential conflict in priorities. However, proponents cite evidence that arts education not only fosters creativity and collaboration but is also linked to better performance in traditional academic disciplines, indicating that integrating the arts could be a beneficial strategy to combat the educational challenges posed by the pandemic.

Companion Bills

HI HCR164

Same As Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Education In Public Schools To Address Learning Loss Caused By The Covid-19 Pandemic.

Previously Filed As

HI HR28

Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Instruction In Public Schools.

HI HCR39

Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Instruction In Public Schools.

HI SCR206

Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Instruction In Public Schools.

HI SR182

Urging The Department Of Education To Increase Access To Arts And Cultural Instruction In Public Schools.

HI SCR198

Encouraging The Capitol Modern Museum And State Foundation On Culture And The Arts To Increase Opportunities For Artists, Songwriters, And Producers To Showcase Their Talent On A Public Platform While Fostering Access To All Forms Of Art.

HI SR174

Encouraging The Capitol Modern Museum And State Foundation On Culture And The Arts To Increase Opportunities For Artists, Songwriters, And Producers To Showcase Their Talent On A Public Platform While Fostering Access To All Forms Of Art.

HI HR220

Congratulating The 2023 National Distinguished Principal For Hawaii, 2023 State Principal Of The Year For Hawaii, 2023 Masayuki Tokioka Excellence In School Leadership Awardee, 2023 National Outstanding Assistant Principal, 2023 State Assistant Principal Of The Year For Hawaii, 2023 Outstanding Library Service Awardee, 2023 Golden Key Awardee, 2023 Milken Teacher Of Promise Awardee, And 2023 U.s. Department Of Education National Blue Ribbon Schools.

HI HR199

Urging The Department Of Education To Contract With A Qualified Nonprofit Organization To Establish An Aquatic Safety Education Program For Elementary School Students.

HI SCR202

Urging The Development Of A Baccalaureate Degree Program In Education With An Online Option At Leeward Community College To Address The Educational Needs Of Working Adults In All Counties.

HI SR178

Urging The Development Of A Baccalaureate Degree Program In Education With An Online Option At Leeward Community College To Address The Educational Needs Of Working Adults In All Counties.

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