Videos

Hear student perspectives on how arts integration is transforming their classrooms, improving their academic performance, and bringing out the best in students.

GRFA Executive Director Jacques Rodrigue, son of famed Blue Dog artist George Rodrigue, bypassed a career in law to work to help Louisiana education through arts-integration. Jacques traces his father's artistic history in order to draw parallels between his own career path and how we have to prepare our students for a life full of unknown opportunities.

In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. 

An in-depth video showcasing the professional development training institute for teachers in the LAA+ Schools network. Features Jacques Rodrigue, Executive Director of the George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts; Bethany France, Executive Director of Louisiana A+ Schools.

Why Choose the Arts? We'll tell you why! Features Rachel Lock, Program Director of Louisiana A+ Schools.