• LPSS recognizes the value of the arts in education as a vehicle for
• creative expression
• achieving cognitive development (critical and flexible thinking)
• learning other content areas through the arts
• learning to work collaboratively
• LPSS also recognizes the presence of artistic expression rooted deeply in the collective culture of Acadiana; we believe this is a positive force within the community that merits nurturing for the continued health and well-being of our community as a whole
• LPSS has a long standing relationship with the Acadiana Center for the Arts through Arts-in-Education programming; we have confidence in the Center's ability to serve the interests of our community.