The Importance of Art

     When considering if tax dollars should be spent on the arts in schools, there are many possible arguments for and against the subject.  When responding to the stated argument, you may start by considering individuals who are entering the workforce in the arts area.  There are so many opportunities while in school that can prepare you for the workforce, even in the arts.  This can include certifications, college preparation, etc.  Not all students plan on entering the workforce by sitting down at a desk or hammering away at a building, students may plan to continue to pursue their interest in the arts beyond high school.

     Another reason to argue against this statement is that you could state this about a lot of subjects, not just art-based ones.  For example, when was the last time an adult has used the FSA writing rubric, or the graphing curriculum learned in geometry?  While it can be considered true some subjects in the arts may not be used beyond high school, neither are lots of others.  It is always depending on where the student is entering in the workforce.  Some students may never even have a single thought about chemistry past their high school years.

     Lastly, there is always the fact of students needing a break from their hard work in core classes, and they may need to expand their mind into the subjects that are truly interesting to them.  With these breaks throughout the day, students are able to get away from the constant stresses the traditional subjects place on them.  Without these interests being entertained, students may fall behind in their "important" classes due to the state of being constantly bored and minds going numb with nothing to ever look forward to.  In conclusion, there's no such thing as tax dollars being "wasted" on the arts, as you could say the same about so many other subjects that aren't being targeted.