The Middle/Upper School fine and performing arts program hones the musical and artistic talents of its students, while opening the doors to those who have never thought about participating in the arts before. Students explore and showcase their creative energy in many facets—performing on stage, preparing for a forensic competition, being part of the visual arts or tech crews, playing in the orchestra, or being creative in the art room.

The band program offers a comprehensive ensemble for students in grades 6-12. Learning traditional and popular concert band and jazz arrangements, students perform at school events such as pep rallies and concerts, demonstrating a wide variety of musical styles. The band program consists of Beginning Band, Middle School Band, and Jazz Band.

Middle/Upper School Chorus is comprised of three separate ensembles—6th Grade Chorus, 7th-8th Grade Chorus, and Upper School chorus. All choral groups develop musicianship through ear- training and sight-reading. They prepare performance literature in various genre’s of music ranging from classical to contemporary. Student performances include school functions, public concerts, and state sponsored music performance assessments.

Like many of the valuable, extra-curricular opportunities available, the forensics program teaches students to become persuasive and effective speakers. Preparing for and competing at tournaments in speech and debate, this program offers the novice student a chance to become involved in an activity that is as much fun as it is educational.

The performing arts department consists of students performing an annual dramatic and musical production. A unique component of this program is the student-oriented Mentorship Program, a supportive collaboration between students from the Middle and Upper School divisions. Under the supervision of faculty, upperclassmen become directorial mentors for numerous productions, helping to choreograph and stage all aspects of the show. The result is a memorable, full-scale musical production, not only showcasing talented, young students but creating, supportive, lasting friendships between classmates.