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Exhibit B —Scope of Services—Fiscal Year 2012-13 <br /> Orange County Outside Agency Performance Agreement Certification <br /> Funded Amount: $3000 <br /> Agency: The ArtsCenter <br /> Program <br /> Since the Afterschool Arts Immersion (AAI) program began in January 2003,it has offered unique <br /> and exciting opportunities for children ages 5-11 in Orange County to explore the arts. Combining a <br /> focus on art with quality after-school care,AAI provides an enriching experience in a safe and <br /> nurturing environment for up to 36 youth.An additional 80 children are reached through mini- <br /> camps on teacher workdays. The program consists of residencies spanning the academic year taught <br /> by local or national artists,who introduce the participants to a variety of art forms. Some residencies <br /> focus on a specific region or culture and the artistic traditions from that area,while other residencies <br /> are dedicated to a specific medium or art form. <br /> Purpose <br /> AAI is designed to promote ethnically diverse artist role models for the participants and to provide a <br /> variety of media for the children to explore. Research has shown that the arts have a positive impact <br /> on learning, as they help build critical thinking skills,and strengthen communication and <br /> collaboration.As arts programs face cuts in schools,AAI not only provides a safe environment for <br /> after-school care for parents,but also ensures that the arts remain a part of learning. Children's <br /> confidence, creativity and self-awareness will grow, as well as a further awareness of others -both <br /> culturally and communally. AAI promotes cooperation and teamwork and fosters respect for others <br /> by providing an understanding of different cultures, attitudes, and forms of expression. <br /> Outcomes <br /> With Orange County Human Services funding,The AfterSchool Arts Immersion program at the <br /> ArtsCenter will provide at least 9 '/z full scholarships months to economically disadvantaged children <br /> from our community. Participants will receive transportation from their school to the ArtsCenter, a <br /> healthy snack upon arrival, supervised recreation time, assistance with homework, and daily <br /> interaction with and instruction from that month's teaching artists. We currently provide <br /> scholarships to approximately one-tenth of the students enrolled in AAI. <br /> Program Budget <br /> Description Expense from OCHS Justification <br /> Personnel—Salaries <br /> Personnel—FICA and Fringe <br /> Travel/Mileage <br /> Office Supplies <br /> Program Supplies <br /> Advertising <br /> Rent and Utilities <br /> Other Expense/Scholarship $3,000 For Orange Co. students from <br /> low income families <br /> OA'Certified by: Title: ,f-G,,L, Date: 7 14(2____ <br />