For 40 years, ArtsConnection, a nationally recognized non-profit arts education organization, has provided innovative arts programming to millions of students in NYC public schools, enhancing their intellectual, social and emotional growth, while developing groundbreaking educational models. With the mission—To address the educational challenges of the 21st century, ArtsConnection’s research-based arts programs create social just learning environments. Our programs support literacy, communication, creativity, collaboration and critical thinking. ArtsConnection’s partnerships include and strengthen the diverse voices of NYC’s children and youth, cultivating their arts and academic skills for success in a changing world—ArtsConnection prioritizes the education and welfare of the most vulnerable public school students.