On Wednesday, June 8th, Morse High School celebrated the construction of their new performing arts building. Going into the 3rd phase of this project, this new building will be two-stories that will include a theater with stage, LED … Read More
Category: Press Release
VAPA FOUNDATION TO HOST FREE SUMMER FOR SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENTS
May 18, 2022
For Immediate Release
VAPA FOUNDATION TO HOST FREE SUMMER LEVEL UP ART CAMPS FOR SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT STUDENTS
Isabella Virzi, Beck Ellman Heald, isabella@behmedia.com, 760-798-6648
San Diego, CA — The Visual and Performing Arts … Read More
The Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Department of the San Diego Unified School District announces winners of the 2022 VAPA Spotlight Awards
For Immediate Release: March 7, 2022
The VAPA Spotlight Awards celebrate Transforming Lives Through the Arts across San Diego Unified School District. These awards highlight outcomes that are aligned with the goals of the district’s strategic plan for the Visual … Read More
The Community Engaged Mural Program for 2021-2022 is Now Closed
2021-22 Community Engaged Mural Program
The VAPA Department, with support from the VAPA Foundation, is offering a Community Engaged Mural (CEM) program that provides funding for materials and training for CEM leadership teams to engage, organize and lead diverse groups … Read More
Visual and Performing Arts Foundation Announces Eighteen Teachers Who Will Receive 2021–22 VAPA Enhancement Program Funds
For immediate release: November 2, 2021
Contact: Stephanie Thompson Communications
619-840-7353
San Diego, CA — Eighteen San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) teachers will receive awards to underwrite Visual and Performing Arts instruction, experiences, and materials, funded by the VAPA … Read More
City Schools’ Visual and Performing Arts Foundation Raising Funds to Earn Matching Grant, Support SDUSD Students in the Arts
Download the Press Release (PDF) here.
For immediate release: August 17, 2021
Contact: Stephanie Thompson Communications
619-840-7353
San Diego, CA—The Visual and Performing Arts Foundation, an independent nonprofit that supports the San Diego Unified School District’s Visual and Performing Arts … Read More
Superintendent Cindy Marten Confirmed as U.S. Deputy Education Secretary
SAN DIEGO – Superintendent Cindy Marten has been confirmed as the next U.S. Deputy Education Secretary by a vote from the Senate, and will prepare to transition from the San Diego Unified School District to Washington, D.C. to serve President … Read More
As students return in-person, here’s a reminder that arts and music are essential in education
As students across the United States navigate education during the COVID-19 pandemic, music and art education deliver substantial developmental and educational benefits. We’re thrilled the San Diego Union-Tribune has published an op-ed written by Dalouge Smith, CEO of The Lewis … Read More
Level Up SD Summer of Joy and Learning – Summer Enrichment Program
April 8, 2021 – San Diego, CA – The San Diego Foundation today announced a new partnership with San Diego Unified School District that seeks grant proposals from nonprofit organizations to reimagine and enhance the 2021 summer school experience with … Read More
The VAPA Spotlight Awards Celebrate Transforming Lives Through the Arts
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