Date of Award
Summer 5-22-2026
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Arts (MA)
Department
Education
First Advisor
Caitlin Black
Second Advisor
Persephone Allen
Third Advisor
Alisha Mernick
Abstract
This thesis investigates systemic impediments to implementing partnerships between schools, art museums, and school districts’ central offices. This research suggests cross-sector connection and worker solidarity as strategies for resisting extremists efforts to de-coordinate the U.S. education system. Research methods include a review of existing literature and interviews with practitioners for the purpose of identifying shared values, challenges, and misconceptions in partnerships. From an anti-deficit perspective, the data analysis critically evaluates educational non-profits’ corporate values and re-centers practitioners' interpersonal investments.
Recommended Citation
Portillo, Bennett R., "Critical Connections: An evaluation and envisioning of partnership between art museums, schools, & central offices" (2026). Masters Theses. 1547.
https://digitalcommons.risd.edu/masterstheses/1547
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