Create a proposed school budget that shows the savings to the school district if the art program is removed from the school. Explain how keeping the art program will affect the property taxes paid by residents.
Look for compromises that can keep some art classes in the school that will cost less than the full art program. The frequency that art classes are offered can be reduced. The budget for art supplies can be reduced.
Seek alternate sources of funding to keep some art offerings in the school. Grant money may be available to fund some art programs. When local businesses see the negative reaction to art cuts, they may be willing to donate money to sponsor some art programs and gain some positive publicity for their business.
Work with community arts organizations or local colleges. Volunteers from local arts organizations or colleges may be able to visit schools to provide art education or enrichment programs that can take the place of an art program removed from the school.