We believe that the arts support the development of the whole child.
 

We believe that arts education is an integral component of education.
 

We believe that all children have a right to develop their abilities in the arts.
 

We believe that arts education significantly contributes to the quality of life.
 

We believe that the arts provide students the avenue through which they can enhance their social skills.
 

We believe that the knowledge gained in the arts supports student achievement across the curriculum.
 

We believe the arts enrich and facilitate the ability of students to communicate with others.
 

We believe that every child has artistic abilities, whether it be in music, visual arts, dance, or drama.
 

We believe that arts education strengthens positive self-concepts of the students.
 

We believe that the arts contribute to the understanding of other individuals in our diverse society.
 

We believe that arts education is a constraint on negative and violent behavior.
 

We believe the arts are part of the life-long learning experience.
 

We believe that the arts foster positive relationships among all peoples.