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Re: weighted classes

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From: Patricia Knott (pknott_at_TeacherArtExchange)
Date: Sun Feb 03 2002 - 14:02:33 PST

> these days,
> proficiancy in the arts and languages is what sets students apart from other
> students. He said that college aps that demonstrate study/achievement in the
> arts (voice, instrument, or fine art) are the applications that will get that
> extra bump, even above achievements in sports.
>
> I think if parents/students/counselors were aware of this...there might be a
> huge change in attitude re: art classes.

Wish I could believes this is true
I'm still battling a guidance department that suggests not to take art
"because it is too hard."

But, I know for a fact, that the colleges are looking for kids that have
some sense of articullation about the choices they make. 

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