Jackson Elementary School Educating the Whole Child Through the Arts
Many opportunities exist for students to experience the arts at Jackson Elementary School. California State Standards are embedded into the curriculum in all academic areas including VAPA. Music, theatrical performance, and visual arts are woven through the curriculum in all areas of study at each grade level. Opportunities in the Visual and Performing Arts at Jackson include:
Providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can explore personal creativity through the Arts
Opportunities for critical thinking, problem solving and creative risk taking
Examining the world through Visual and Performing Arts
Fostering an appreciation of diverse cultures
Developing a deeper understanding of self
Exploring ways to express self
Investigating talents and showcasing newly acquired skills
Music instruction, music appreciation, band, dance, choir, musical productions and oral interpretation of poetry