The Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) is thrilled to announce that Roberto Reyes, a student of our Preparatory Arts Academy for over 17 years, has been selected as the only American performer for the prestigious 2025 International Special Music & Art Festival in Seoul, South Korea.

As OCCTAC celebrates 25 years, we honor Arturo and Susan Echarte, whose generosity helped shape our journey. From donating refurbished instruments through Acoustic for A Change to championing our programs as board members, their faith-driven commitment has empowered countless children. “With the right environment, there are no limits,” says Arturo. Their story reminds us that giving back creates lasting change.

The Orange County Children's Therapeutic Arts Center (OCCTAC) is proud to announce it was recently featured on Spectrum News 1 in a heartwarming segment titled “Arts School Founder Creates Space for Learning and Self-Expression for Disadvantaged Youth.” The story, reported by journalist Nikki Kay, aired on May 26, 2025, and highlights the remarkable work OCCTAC has done over the past 25 years to support neurodiverse and underserved youth through innovative arts and therapy-ba

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