Why is VSA arts of California programming needed in the schools?
VSA arts of California (VSAS), founded in 1985, provides a comprehensive Artists-in-the-Schools and Schools & Community Collaboration program to over 60 schools in Sacramento County. Through the I Can Do THAT! program, professional Arts are integrated into the students’ curriculum. Teachers are trained in the utilization of the Arts as a tool for teaching essential life skills—academic, social, developmental, behavioral. VSAS is the only organization providing Arts programming within the Sacramento County educational system which gives integrated groups of special education and regular educationstudents instruction in and exposure to high-quality Arts. Due to other curriculum requirements and budget cuts, the Arts have been virtually eliminated from almost all educational programs or are limited to leisure-time and recreational activities. VSAS is proud to say it not only brings the Arts to underserved students, but that it also USES the Arts to enhance their skills and knowledge—p
