Arts benefit youths

0 Comments | Deseret News (Salt Lake City), Feb 1, 2009

At the beginning of the 2008 fall session, the Utah state Legislature initiated funding of more than $15 million toward revamping arts programs in elementary schools throughout Utah for the next four years. I can't think of anything better for the development of young minds. Scholars say the study of the arts increases a child's capacity to not only learn in general but also to learn more and learn faster. I positively agree that the new program will strengthen our youths.

I have also noticed that Utah fares very well in theater and music. I am sure a great deal of this has to do with Mormon culture. The Latter-day Saint culture cares about its children. If only young people had the resources they do when they are younger. Good programs for youths are few and far between.

Todd Holbrook

Provo