TITLE: Recognizing March 2025 as Theatre in Our Schools Month.

SUMMARY: Recognizing March 2025 as Theatre in Our Schools Month.

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WHEREAS, Theatre education nurtures creativity and provides students with unique opportunities to explore different perspectives, enhance their communication skills, and develop a deeper understanding of human experiences; and WHEREAS, Participation in theatre activities has been shown to improve students' academic performance, boost their self-esteem, and encourage teamwork and collaboration; in addition, theatre education promotes engagement in school and the school community, and the skills gained through involvement in theatre, including public speaking, problem-solving, and project management, are essential for success in today's dynamic and interconnected world; and WHEREAS, In 2024, 18 cities across Texas recognized March as Theatre in Our Schools Month to acknowledge the importance of theatre education and to celebrate the ways that public education is enriched by performing arts programming; in March 2025, members of the Texas chapter of the International Thespian Society are visiting Austin for Theatre in Our Schools Month at the State Capitol; an affiliate of the Educational Theatre Association, the International Thespian Society is a high school honor society for students who demonstrate excellence in the performing arts and education; with more than 10,000 members, Texas Thespians is the organization's largest chapter in the nation; and WHEREAS, By supporting theatre education, the State of Texas is reaffirming its commitment to preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the future, and Theatre in Our Schools Month serves to highlight the positive impact that access to theatre arts programs has in the lives of countless young Texans; now, therefore, be it RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature hereby recognize March 2025 as Theatre in Our Schools Month and acknowledge the value of theatre in the education of our youth. Shaheen Speaker of the House I certify that H.R. No. 513 was adopted by the House on March 31, 2025, by a non-record vote. Chief Clerk of the House