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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.
Support Fine Arts
Our Fine Arts programs are funded and enhanced by the Fine Arts Parent Association. Donations made to Fine Arts receive the following membership perks.
$25 - Supporter
$100 - Cast Member
- Name printed in all Fine Arts event programs
- Priority ticket sales to all Fine Arts events
$300 - Fan
- Four (4) reserved seats at one (1) Fine Arts event (excluding All Saints LIVE! and the musical)
$500 - Sponsor
- Quarter page advertisement in all Fine Arts event programs
- One (1) VIP parking spot at one (1) Fine Arts event (excluding art shows)
$1,000 - Patron
- Four (4) free tickets to either All Saints LIVE! or the musical
- One (1) VIP parking spot to all Fine Arts events (excluding art shows)
$2,500 - Director
- Sign advertisement at all Fine Arts events
- Sponsorship naming of one (1) Fine Arts event (ex. 1st/2nd Grade Music Program brought to you by [company or individual name])
Arts Staff
Arts Staff
Lisa Horlander
Art Teacher
University of Texas at Tyler - B.F.A.
University of Texas at Tyler - M.A.
University of Texas at Tyler - M.F.A.
Jennifer McCrary
Early Learning and Lower School Art Teacher
University of North Texas - B.A.
(903) 579-6000 [email protected]
Dustin McGilvray
MS & US Art Teacher
Baylor University - B.F.A.
Louisiana Tech University - M.F.A.
Johnny Ray
Music Teacher
University of Texas at Tyler - B.A.
University of Texas at Tyler - M.A.
Ryan Smith
Band Director and Fine Arts Department Chair
Mississippi State University - B.M.E.
Florida State University - M.M.E.
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