What is the impact of VSA arts of California at Sacramento on the community?
Specific benefits of the VSAS Sacramento program are accomplished through its creative Arts productions by 1) entertaining, educating, and directly affecting the quality of life of all its young very special artists, professional artists, and audience members; 2) building a positive public attitude toward the schools and all types of students; 3) improving communication, socialization, self-direction, and self-esteem in all students; and 4) helping all students to understand the world and prepare themselves for being part of it. Additionally, members of the community who view student productions (a total of 10,000 in 2006-2007) are both entertained and educated regarding the talents and capabilities of children of all abilities. The children are presented as skilled artists and performers, not as people with only profound weaknesses. The Arts are a perfect vehicle for accomplishing this goal, as they are non-threatening, entertaining, and success-oriented. In return, very special artis
