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Kids Celebrating the heritage of Mexican dance

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Visual and Performing Arts

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Students on stage in costume acting

Studies find that the integration of arts in education is successful in improving student attendance, reducing discipline issues, improving test scores and increasing graduation rates. Source: The Impact of the Arts on Learning, Fiske, 1999.​

Current Programs and Partnerships

Merced Symphony Children's Concert

UC Merced Opera for Children

Arts Now Merced

Arts Grants 24-25 - GVHS Theatre and Film Club, Aileen Colburn Elementary, Gustine Elementary, Ballico Taiko, Le Grand Elementary and Peggy Heller Elementary

Previous Programs and Partnerships

Student Sponsorships - Playhouse Merced and The MAC

Playhouse Merced - Play Anywhere Grants

Arts Grants for the Classroom

Summer Performing Arts Program