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Art Facts
The Arts have an impact on cognitive development- music, dance and acting improves a range of life and academic skills
SAT Scores and the Arts- Students with four years of high school arts classes have higher SAT scores than students with one and a half year or less.
Arts Programs for at-risk youth- Studies by the US Department of Justice demonstrates increased pro-active social behavior among youth in arts programs.
Improved Academic Performance- Students who participate in the arts both in school and after school, demonstrate improved academic performance and lower drop out rates.