The fine artsincorporatethe study of dance, music, theatre, and the visual arts—and along with student activities‚ that offers unique experiences and empowers students to explore realities, relationships, and ideas. These disciplines engage and motivate all students through active learning, critical thinking, and innovative problem solving.

The fine arts develop cognitive functioning and increase student academic achievement, higher-order thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. Students develop aesthetic and cultural awareness through exploration, leading to creative expression. Creativity, encouraged through the study of the fine arts, is essential to nurture and develop the whole child.