Scotia-Glenville Fine Arts Department

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What's Happening? Reminder that the deadline to register for the NYSSMA solo and all state festival is March 3, 2008. Forms may be downloaded from the web site. The Scotia-Glenville High School Music students competed in the North American Music Festival in Virginia on April 4-6, 2008. The High School Symphonic Band and Jazz Ensemble under the direction of Mrs. Allison Atchley received an excellent rating. The High School Chamber Orchestra under the direction of Mrs. Cheryl Ferraro received an excellent rating. The High School Choralaires under the direction of Mrs. Jessica Crisci received a superior rating. The Scotia-Glenville Middle School had two groups perform in the NYSSMA Major's Festival in Burnt Hills on April 30th. Mr. Steve Jensen had his 7th Grade Band perform and received a Bronze Rating. The 8th Grade Orchestra under the direction of Mrs. Cheryl Ferraro performed and also received a Bronze rating. Congratulations to all of the students involved in this special NYSSMA Major's Festival. l

Mission Statement

The mission of the Scotia-Glenville Central School District Fine Arts department is multifaceted. Through the study of the arts, students will develop a language for expression, skills for creative literacy, as well as cognitive, emotional social and psychomotor skills. The study of the arts provides students with an outlet for their creative abilities and individuality. Students will develop a life-long appreciation for the arts, as well as the integration of the arts into their daily lives. Students will have exposure to cultural forms. They will learn to balance the arts with other life experiences. Through the arts, students will be reminded of the beauty of the world. The Fine Arts department provides service for all curricular needs of students, to enhance their intellectual capabilities. Historical context and literacy (in art, music and language) are all important components of the program. The New York State Standards for the Arts are the guidelines through which our mission is channeled