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Identify the main point of the problem, include facts, and provide research: It has been proven that music education is essential for the overall development of a child, yet many school districts are cutting music programs because of the No Child Left Behind act. This is leaving children without the opportunity to express themselves musically, which can lead to them feeling bored and detached from school. We need more non-school hour programs that offer various music-based opportunities to give all children the chance to benefit from music education. According to the Data Center on Schooling and the Public Evaluation of Educational Development, music and visual arts programs are essential for American students to gain the 21st century skills they need to be successful in higher education and in the global marketplace. These skills include creativity, perseverance, and problem solving, uniquely equip them for future success and fulfillment.