House Resolution No. by Representative Mena commends KID smART for its selection to lead the Bloomberg Arts Internship Program in New Orleans. Founded in 1999 by artists Campbell Hutchinson and Allison Stewart, KID smART aims to enhance public school students' access to arts-rich education. Over its 25-year history, the organization has positively impacted more than 60,000 students and 11,000 teachers, focusing on underserved children who benefit from a creative and socially-emotional learning environment.

The resolution highlights KID smART's mission to empower children through the arts and acknowledges its significant role in improving educational opportunities in New Orleans. As one of the two new cities selected to expand the Bloomberg Arts Internship's national network, KID smART's leadership in this program is recognized as a valuable contribution to the community. The House of Representatives expresses its sincere gratitude for KID smART's ongoing efforts to provide quality arts education to underserved students in the city.