This handbook describes the nature and content of art education and includes some suggested possibilities for implementing art programs. It is directed to principals, directors of instruction, superintendents, and boards of education, and is intended to help school districts improve, expand, and develop an art curriculum that is suitable to each district's needs, interests and capacities. There are five major headings: 1) Administration of the Art Education Program; 2) Elementary Art Program; 3) The Middle and Junior High School Art Program; 4) The Secondary Art Program; and 5) Finance and Operations. The philosophy and requirements of quality art programs presented in this handbook are consistent with those established by the National Art Education Association. (FDI)