Dáil Éireann Debate, Tuesday - 1 May 2012
425 Deputy Bernard J. Durkan asked the Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht the extent to which he and his Department continue to promote the arts through the education system with particular reference to primary and second level schools; and if he will make a statement on the matter. [21992/12]
Amharc ar fhreagraThe Deputy will appreciate that I have no statutory responsibility in relation to the education system, which is a matter for my colleague, the Minister for Education and Skills. However, I understand that the Arts Council, through its various funding schemes has provided support to projects in this area. Further details are available on the Council's website at www.artscouncil.ie.
My Department, together with the Department of Education and Skills, has also provided support to NAPD (National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals) for the Creative Engagement Programme which focuses on providing quality arts participation in second level schools. My Department is continuing its engagement with the Department of Education and Skills to finalise a Charter for Arts in Education and I hope to agree this with the Minister for Education and Skills in early course.
