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The Island Trees School District is proud of its fine and
performing arts programs. Music and Art education is
designed to foster an understanding and appreciation
of the arts while addressing the N.Y.S. Learning Standards.
Students will create, perform and participate in the
arts, know and use arts materials and resources, respond
to and analyze works of art, and understand the cultural
dimensions and contributions of the arts. These aims
are met through participation in a performing group
(band, orchestra, chorus), general music, or art classes.
Instrumental music and chorus is offered beginning
in the 4th grade. The music and art program provides
sequential instruction for all K-7 students, with
elective offerings for students grade 7-12.
Students may choose from a variety of ability-based
vocal and instrumental classes, including orchestras,
concert and marching bands, jazz ensembles (instrumental
and vocal), concert and show choirs.
Art electives include drawing, painting, photography,
3-dimensional design, advertising design, fashion
design and graphic arts.
In addition, there are opportunities to perform in
theatrical productions at the middle and high school.
"Whoever neglects the arts when he is young
has lost the past and is dead to the future."
- Sophocles
Should
you have any questions about our Fine & Performing
Arts department, please contact me.
Let's keep the arts integral to education.
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