{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/5a67f337fabf6c760df7dfa7/5a67f3debdcbe9522d0b52b5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"001 - Why the Arts?","description":"<p class=\"p1\">The arts are becoming more important for you child as the educational landscape continues to be test-focused.  The arts not only provides your child with a much needed creative outlet, its study can result in your child being:</p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"p2\">4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement</li>\n<li class=\"p2\">3 times more likely to be elected to class office within their schools</li>\n<li class=\"p2\">4 times more likely to participate in a math and science fair</li>\n<li class=\"p2\">3 times more likely to win an award for school attendance</li>\n<li class=\"p2\">4 times more likely to win an award for writing an essay or poem</li>\n</ul>\n<p class=\"p2\">The arts is more than just dancing, painting, or playing a musical instrument.  Its study leads to greater self-confidence, character development, leadership skills, and success in school.  </p>\n<p class=\"p2\">Why not give your child an advantage in both school and in life by giving them the gift of the arts?</p>","author_name":"Yong Pratt"}