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For decades arts education has been disappearing from American schools, particularly those serving minority student communities. But a new initiative is attempting to turn back the clock. Texas A&M University researcher Daniel Bowen discusses his new study of Houston's Arts Access Initiative, a collaborative effort launched in 2013 to expand arts education opportunities for city students. He discusses his findings - which include notable impacts on academic performance and engagement - and their implications for stakeholders nationwide.