Summarized are the findings and evaluations of a PACE Project, working closely with the Performing Arts Foundation of Huntington Township near New York City, on a program which explored ways in which the professional performing arts could successfully be used in education to foster aesthetic appreciation, understanding and involvement. The project was directed towards 16,000 students in grades seven through nine. Employed were artists of high quality, young dancers of limited experience, various quality performing artists and groups, and a district coordinator. The validity of the program was attested to by (1) the 8 superintendents after the end of 3 years, (2) some districts had broadened the scope of the program, and (3) other school districts committed funds for participation in the program. (HOD)