Within this project, many students find an outlet that allows them to express themselves in a way they never thought possible. Sometimes, that expression is a cry for help that has never before been heard. It is no exaggeration that for many of these young people, the KC Futures 150 Arts Project could mean the difference between a life of trouble and a productive life. Many of the students are kids who have been identified as at-risk youth and quite frankly, some have taken much from the community, thus giving back to the community in the form of community service is a component of KC Futures 150 Arts Project. The KC Futures 150 Arts Project uses a definition of Fine Arts that is broad enough to include nearly any interest in the arts - and it runs the full spectrum of computer aided design, poetry, painting, sculpting, landscaping, dance, music, drama, web site design, creative writing, mask making, and drum construction.
Expressive therapy is another vital component of the project.
With this unprecedented collaboration of government entities, Pan-Educational Institute, Jackson County Family Court, public schools, private alternative schools, and the Alternative School Network Association, the KC Futures 150 Arts Project brings new life and opportunities to the youth of Jackson County.