State of the Arts – Ingenuity

A quick peek at Ingenuity’s most current projects. We think you should know about them.

NEW! Browse virtual arts programs on artlook

The artlook Virtual Learning Library is a free directory of online arts learning programs designed to support the arts education community during the COVID-19 outbreak. Explore virtual learning resources from across the country today!

APPLY: Collective Impact Panels

Applications are open for the 2020-21 Collective Impact Panels. Join one of our three panels to help shape next year's arts ed landscape!

COVID-19 Resources for Artists & Educators

We've compiled tools to help the arts education sector navigate the impacts of the outbreak on our community. Our new web page features news from the field, free e-learning resources, grant opportunities and more.

Illinois makes history with the ESSA Arts Indicator

Illinois became the first state in the nation to include the arts as a distinct, weighted indicator of K-12 success in its school accountability system. Learn more about this historic win and what it means for arts education in Illinois!

State of the Arts Reports

Ingenuity’s annual State of the Arts Report details the level of arts-related instruction, staffing, partnerships, and funding in Chicago Public Schools (CPS). The data for these reports come from CPS administrative sources, directly from schools, including charter and options schools, via the Creative Schools Survey, and directly from community arts organizations that support CPS students. The State of the Arts Report represents the most comprehensive overview of the CPS arts education landscape in District history.