Programs     MUSIC Program Goals • Stimulate auditory perception • Communicate ideas musically • Build rhythmic and vocal skills • Increase pitch awareness Course Work • Weekly music and vocal instruction • Rehearsals for performances and recitals • Instruction in composing original songs       DRAMA Program Goals • Rehearse real-life roles and problem-solving skills • Learn cooperative work skills • Create and perform original dramatic works Course Work • Weekly drama sessions in improvisations • Reviewing and critiquing video taped student rehearsals • Rehearsals for public performances       ART Program Goals • Increase fine motor skills and dexterity • Learn visual integration and nonverbal expression • Learn the basics of drawing shapes and patterns Course Work • Exercises in conceptual and creative processes • Sessions in preparing art work for public exhibitions • Constructing background scenery for performances
	DANCE/ MOVEMENT Program Goals • Increase physical endurance, flexibility, and coordination • Work as a group to learn dance combinations • Develop a positive body self-image Course Work • Weekly dance sessions that involve body isolations, warm ups, and dance combinations • Rehearse original choreography for performances   MUSIC THERAPY Program Goals • Improve social cognitive, and daily living skills • Support self expression • Develop a sense of group cohesion and self esteem Course Work • Weekly music therapy sessions structured to meet individual students' needs • Song analysis, interactive process, singing, and son writing   COMMUNITY LIVING SKILLS Program Goals • Learn skills in handling money, budgeting, reading, writing, and using computers Course Work • Weekly courses in math, reading, writing, and community skills