Arts at All Saints Episcopal School

Cultivating Creativity Through the Arts

At All Saints, the fine arts are not just an extracurricular pursuit, they are an essential part of our curriculum, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression.

From Early Learning through Upper School, we immerse students in both performing and visual arts, helping them develop a deep appreciation and mastery of various artistic disciplines. Lower School students enjoy engaging music and art classes, while Middle School students are introduced to a wide range of visual and performing arts experiences.

As students progress through Upper School, we encourage them to specialize in a specific art form, refining their talents and building the skills needed for success in college and beyond. At All Saints, the arts are not just taught, they are a transformative, foundational part of every student's educational journey.

Early Learning and Lower School Arts

Music Class - Students explore the fundamentals of music–rhythm, tone, movements, and music history.
Art Class - Students work with 2D and 3D concepts in a variety of mediums. Students develop creativity and accurate art vocabulary.

Middle School Arts

Fifth Grade Arts Exploration - Upon entering Middle School, students will have the opportunity to explore various visual and performing arts.
Art - Middle School art courses help students further refine their creative process, explore 2D and 3D mediums, and develop their art vocabulary.
Band - Beginning in 6th grade, students may join the All Saints band, where they will learn the fundamentals of instrumental performance.
Choir - Middle school choir students learn sight-reading and the fundamentals of vocal performance.
Theater - Middle school students can begin their theater career, learn theater terminology, and hone their acting skills.

Upper School Arts

Band - Upper School band students continue to develop their instrumental performance skills. They prepare selections for chapel, pep rallies, football games, and competitions.
Choir - Upper School Choir students continue their study of rhythm, sight-singing, theory, and singing in other languages. They have the option to audition for All-Region and All-State teams.
Theater - Upper Level theater encourages students to hone their performance and production skills while introducing improvisation, playwriting, and theater history.
Drumline - Drumline is for students from 8th grade and beyond that focuses on percussion instruments. They prepare musical selections for school functions and competitions.
Beginner Upper School Art - A yearlong introductory course where students learn the fundamentals of 2D and 3D, the creative process, and more.
Advanced 2D Art - This is a yearlong course where student artists advance their abilities with 2D art forms, develop creative thinking, and learn to express visual stories.
Advanced 3D Art - This is a yearlong course where student artists advance their abilities with 3D art forms, develop creative thinking, and learn to express visual stories.
AP Studio Art: 2D - For students who demonstrate considerable skill, AP studio art will help them develop their artistic judgment and develop an artistic portfolio.
AP Studio Art: 3D - For students who demonstrate considerable skill, AP studio art will help them develop their artistic judgment and develop an artistic portfolio.