Extended illness can be deeply isolating for students, making it harder to feel connected to classmates, to learning, and to the simple joy of being part of a group. Through a collaboration with SDUSD’s Home/Hospital, and our arts partner, … Read More
Category: Press Release
VAPA Foundation invites the community to Applause for a Cause
This spring, the VAPA Foundation invites the community to Applause for a Cause, an evening that celebrates the power of arts education and the students whose lives are changed by it. Formerly known as Beyond Brilliance, the event carries a … Read More
We are Proud to Introduce our New Name, Applause for a Cause
For years, our annual event was known as Beyond Brilliance, a celebration of the extraordinary talent of our students. As our work has grown, so has our vision.
We are proud to introduce our new name, Applause for a Cause… Read More
Closing the Year with Gratitude, and Looking Ahead
Dear Friends,
As we approach the end of the year, I want to thank you, not only for your past support, but for the role you play in shaping what’s possible for students across San Diego.
This year marked an … Read More
Newsletter spotlight article about Doreen and Phyllis Epstein – Beyond Brilliance Fundraiser Co-Chairs
San Diegans are notorious in their refusal to leave the house when it’s raining – but Phyllis Epstein is a notable exception. “It was pouring rain and two of my closest friends decided they were too fragile to come,” joked … Read More
Larry Baza Scholarship 2025 is Closed!
The Visual and Performing Arts Foundation (VAPA) for SDUSD is once again pleased to offer two (2) $1,500 tuition scholarships for the third annual funding cycle of the Larry Baza Arts Scholarship, created in memory of VAPA Foundation Co-founder Larry … Read More
Announcing the VAPA Foundation’s New Arts Access Program!
The VAPA Foundation is thrilled to introduce Arts Access, a bold new program designed to transform arts education in San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD). As we sunset the VAPA Enhancement Program (VEP), we’re launching Arts Access to address the … Read More
Beats, Pixels, Comics and More; Clark Middle School students dial up their creativity in Mid-City Music and VAPA Foundation Level Up Camp!
This summer Mid-City Music and VAPA Foundation had the joy of bringing exciting arts programs to San Diego Unified students at Clark Middle School. Teachers from Mid-City Music led classes such as “Pixel and Palette”, “Comic Sounds and Stories,” “Art … Read More
Looking back on Highlights of the 2024 school year- SDUSD Honor Orchestra Festival at the San Diego Civic Theatre
While we celebrate the dog days of summer and prepare for the upcoming new school year, we’d like to bring attention to one of our highlights of the 2023-2024 school year; the San Diego Unified School District High School Honors … Read More
Art is for everyone! Rosin Box Project and Camps at Garfield and Bethune Elementary
During this summer, we’ve had the pleasure to partner with the Rosin Box Project once again to bring multi-arts curriculum to Level Up summer camp students. This year, teachers from Rosin Box Project worked with students age Kindergarten to 2nd … Read More