**Rapides Parish Schools Honors National Arts in Education Week**
Staff Report / Alexandrialocal.org
**National Arts in Education Week Celebrated in Rapides Parish Schools**
Rapides Parish Schools are celebrating National Arts in Education Week by showcasing the talent of teachers and students involved in music, visual arts, and performing arts.
The Rapides Parish School Board emphasizes the importance of arts in education, noting that students engaged in artistic disciplines tend to score higher on standardized tests, experience fewer behavior issues, and develop stronger empathy skills.
The district expresses appreciation for the art teachers who introduce students to new artistic experiences, contributing to their future development.
For more information, visit the Rapides Parish School Board's website or follow their official social media channels.
Source: Rapides Parish School Board | Alexandria LA
Source Type: School
Source Location: Alexandria
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