This program misses the point by presenting a very narrow scope.<p>Adding the Arts to STEM is about much more than just &quot;Art + Design&quot; (though that is a piece). It&#x27;s an important topic of discussion and should be priority in education.<p>Every child in America should leave school with a basic understanding of arts and culture - some knowledge of music, visual arts, literature, history.<p>Societal progress has consistently been tied to the greater appreciation of humanity found in these pursuits. Just as any musician or artist should have the opportunity to understand and appreciate the basic concepts of physics or computer science, so too should the scientist know sculpture. Creative thought sustains critical thinking, and many of the borders between them overlap.<p>If we truly wish to build our future nation to be our best, we must not discount the arts as a core pillar of any healthy society, and one worth supporting in any way possible.