VSA arts of New Hampshire is primarily a resouce and referal organization which offers training, consulting and support for the following:

Arts in Learning training and consulting services provide schools with the tools and resources they need to implement the use of the arts into core curriculum, as tools for successful inclusion of students with disabilities and learning differences into classrooms, and as a means of maximizing the potential of all students in unique or in inclusive educational settings.

• Artist Residencies offer people with and without disabilities direct contact with professional teaching artists in schools and community settings.  VSA New Hampshire can connect schools and other organizations with artists who are experienced in working with students and adults with disabilities. These artists are skilled in providing residencies which are fully inclusive, and who are knowedgable about adaptive strategies and ways to meet individual needs.

• Professional Development Training supports staff of cultural, educational, and community organizations through disability awareness workshops and consulting on strategies for incorporating the arts into existing programs and educational curriculum.

• Advocacy for Access helps to assure that people with disabilities participate in a full spectrum of quality arts opportunities in schools, cultural venues and in community activities.

• Community and School Special Events publicly celebrate the creative accomplishments of program participants and of programs which serve a diverse population.  VSA New Hampshire partners with a wide range of organizations which include people with disabilities and we praticipate in and support these special events, festivals and celebrations.

photo by Althea Haropulos