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VPA Academy

The Arts Academy logo featuring a shield with art symbols and text.

 

  Welcome to the Art Academy at WHS!

    Become a member and get first pick of classes, extra chances to explore the arts, dual-credit options with Stockton University,
    and plenty of exciting opportunities designed to inspire your creativity! Academy members also participate in fun, interactive
    seminars during the summer after their sophomore and junior years to help prepare for their senior showcase and future goals.

 


ART ACADEMY TRACKS
Start your journey in the arts at WHS!

Acting Classes on stage

ACTING
Required Classes:                         Suggested Classes:
Acting I                                       Dance I
Acting II                                      Piano Lab
Acting III                                     Concert Choir
Backstage Pass                         Chamber Choir

A group of dancers perform on a stage, wearing colorful outfits.DANCE

Required Classes:                         Suggested Classes:
Dance I                                       Music Technology
Dance II                                      Musical Theater Workshop
Dance III
Dance IV
Dance Choreography

Two people work at computer workstations, each with dual monitors.DIGITAL MEDIA

Required Classes:                         Suggested Classes:
Graphic Design I                        Studio Art I
Graphic Design II                       Illustration
Graphic Design III                      Ceramics I
Photography I                            Ceramics II
                                                    Photography AP
                                                    Art History AP

A young musician plays a brass instrument in an orchestra.

INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC
Required Classes:

Instrumental Ensemble Class (4 years)
Music Theory I
AP Music Theory

Suggested Classes:
Concert Choir or Chamber Choir
Music Technology
Piano Lab I

A person with long hair holds a paintbrush, focused on a canvas.

STUDIO ART
Required Classes:                          Suggested Classes:

Studio Art I                                  Illustration
Studio Art II                                 Ceramics I
Studio Art III                                Ceramics II
Studio Art IV                               Graphic Design
                                                      Photography I

A young woman with curly hair sings into a microphone on stage.

VOCAL MUSIC
Required Classes:                               Suggested Classes:

Vocal Ensemble Class (4 years)    Music Technology
Music Theory I                                 Piano Lab I
AP Music Theory

 

Summer Seminars

Academy members are required to attend Summer Seminars in both the summers after their sophomore
and junior years of high school. Aimed at teamwork, exploration, and the achievement of individual goals too,
these weeks are packed with fun trips and activities for all concentrations!

See your advisor for more information.


 

Ready to Apply?
Click here for the application.

 

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