The purpose of the VAPA Foundation is to enhance the quality of and access to arts education in the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) via:
VAPA Enhancement Program (VEP): Enabling TK-12 SDUSD teachers to apply for VAPA-related artist residencies, field trips, professional development or materials that go beyond the school budget.
Honor Concerts: Enabling elementary, middle, and high school students from across the district to audition, collaborate, and play together for the community in professional settings.
Recognitions: Recognizing the students, teachers, administrators and community members committed to creating, teaching, and supporting arts education.
Collaborations: Creating bridges between SDUSD and the host of local artists and organizations committed to transformative arts learning.
Targeting Needs: Using data to target programs to schools that demonstrate most need.
The purpose of the VAPA Foundation is to increase access to and enhance the quality of arts education in the San Diego Unified School District. The VAPA Foundation looks forward to assisting you in your visual and performing arts education goals. If you have questions please contact: Michael Camacho VAPA Foundation Executive Administrator.