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Visual and Performing Arts
Magnet Program
FOREWORD:
The Visual and Performing Arts
Magnet Program (VPA) at Tri-Cities High School
was launched in 1991. The program is designed
for motivated students who possess an interest
in the areas of music, visual arts, dance,
drama, or television production. Gifted young
artists receive highly specialized training in
the arts while earning a high school diploma.
The creation of the VPA Magnet Program at
Tri-Cities High School is one of the best
efforts by any high school in the Southeast to
correlate an academic program with concentrated
training in both the visual and performing arts.
MISSION
STATEMENT:
The Visual and performing Arts
Magnet Program is committed to preparing today's
student to become a productive, responsible, and
self-reliant citizen ready to meet the
challenges of tomorrow's technological and
multicultural society. Students are encouraged
to explore the full range of their discipline in
a collaborative and nurturing environment which
meets the highest standards of academic and
professional arts training.
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PROGRAM
DESCRIPTION:
The Visual and Performing Arts
Magnet Program at Tri-Cities High School offers
classes and experiences not offered in
traditional high schools. The program promotes
learning and provides experiences to motivate
students to excel in the academics as well as
the arts. It is the goal of the Visual and
Performing Arts Program to assist students in
developing to their fullest potential.
The instructional program at
Tri-Cities High School provides a comprehensive
high school education with full preparation for
college admission. Honors and advanced placement
classes, independent study and experimental
opportunities stimulate academic and artistic
growth. Problem-solving and creative growth are
encouraged throughout the curriculum, as well as
in studios, workshops, master classes and
collaborative cross-disciplinary student
projects. Business skills related to management
of professional work in the arts are also
incorporated into the curriculum. Challenge is
sustained in the learning process through
individualizing the curriculum.
GOALS:
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To provide a full educational
experience in the visual and performing
arts through a variety of course
offerings and experiences.
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To promote academic excellence and
appreciation of the arts.
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To enhance the student's
self-esteem.
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To assist students in reaching their
potential.
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To extend career awareness as well
as career opportunities for students in
the magnet program.
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To increase parental involvement
through parent support groups.
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To develop partnerships and intern
programs for magnet students.
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To prepare students to become
productive, responsible, and
self-reliant citizens ready to meet the
challenges of tomorrow's technological
and multicultural society.
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