Recent years have seen school districts across the country make cuts to art programs. The arts, whether it be traditional art classes, theatre, music or broadcast help develop creativity as well as problem-solving and social skills. Kids who develop the ability to regularly practice an artistic skill often show a greater ability to concentrate and study for core academic subjects. The Coos Bay Schools Community Foundation supports art programs in grades Kindergarten through 12to ensure all children in the district are exposed to and have the opportunity to participate in art programs.