As a 30 year theatre educator in the Oceanside Unified School District, I have experienced the frustrations and joys of creating rewarding performance opportunities for kids in our community. I have worked with some of the most talented students in San Diego County. OCAF, along with the Oceanside Music Festival, provides support that is so vitally needed in our community. I am grateful for how they have reached out and supported El Camino High School Drama in producing shows along with offering scholarship opportunities to talented students.