The mission of the Center's Art Program is to allow each student to express his or her own feelings and to explore his or her own world through the use of various art media. This program provides a creative environment to foster self-esteem, emotional expression, cognitive integration, self-awareness and overall growth. The creative process is more important than the final product.
The Art Program Instructor is devoted to reflecting each individual's personality, concerns, interests and conflicts. The art making process is a therapeutic way to nurture social skills, support prosocial behavior and instill self-awareness. In addition, our Art Program works to increase self-esteem, teach problem-solving strategies and reduce anxiety. Participating in art classes can help support students progress in many educational areas.