News about the benefits of arts in public schools:

Students participating in PACE arts integration program demonstrated a growth increase in all areas of knowledge and skills an average of 16%. 

https://www.in.gov/arts/files/IAC_2020-PACE-Recap.pdf

Study finds arts education reduces disciplinary infractions, improves writing and reading scores. 

https://kinder.rice.edu/research/investigating-causal-effects-arts-education-experiences-experimental-evidence-houstons-arts