The Visual and Performing Arts program prepares students for academic success and engages them in a rigorous curriculum infused with the arts. Students can explore creative writing, dance, drama, visual arts, vocal and instrumental music. Students take part in performances such as concerts, dance or theatrical productions and art exhibits. Students will gain self confidence and discipline. The visual and performing arts elementary program offers program continuity to LaVilla School of the Arts.
3750 Springfield Boulevard
Jacksonville, Florida 32206
904.630.6630
www.duvalschools.org/brentwood
An Inspirations Magnet School
Visual and Performing Arts /Arts Integration
Tours: February 2 and 18, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Open House: Thursday, January 28, 6 p.m.-7 p.m.
Special Information: Extended Day offered Monday through Friday, 7 a.m.-8 a.m. and 3 p.m.-6 p.m. Principal signature given only after completing a school tour.
Lead Teacher Contact: Mrs. Debra Whitehead, whiteheadd@duvalschools.org and Ms. Melissa Endich, endichm@duvalschools.org
3977 Herschel Street
Jacksonville, Florida 32205
904.381.3910
www.duvalschools.org/fishweir
Tours: Tuesday, February 2, 16, 23 at 9 a.m. and Thursday, February 25 at 3:15 p.m.
Special Information: Principal's signature is given only after a school tour. Kindergarten is the primary entry point for this program. There are limited openings in 1-5. Parental involvement in grades 3-5 includes providing appropriate performance attire, participation in after school and evening rehearsals and lessons, and weekend and evening performances. We provide Extended Day every day before and after school.
Lead Teacher Contact: Mark Cruickshank, cruicksham@duvalschools.org and Kate George, georgek1@duvalschools.org
901 Kennard Street
Jacksonville, Florida 32208
904.924.3024
www.duvalschools.org/lakeforest
A Dreams Begin Here Magnet School
Tours: Every Thursday in January and February at 1:45 p.m.
Open House: Thursday, January 21 and Tuesday, February 2 at 6:15 p.m.
Special Information: We offer the same nine arts areas that are offered at LaVilla School of the Arts. Seats are limited. Extended Day, TEAM UP, tutoring, Communities-in-Schools and Cathedral Arts Project are offered. Primary entry point is kindergarten.
Lead Teacher Contact: Tara Foxworth, wickert@duvalschools.org and Edna Bland, blande1@duvalschools.org
3929 Grant Road
Jacksonville, Florida 32207
904.346.5600
www.duvalschools.org/pineforest
Tours: Tuesdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26 and February 2, 16, 23 at 10 a.m.
Open House: Tuesday, January 19 at 7 p.m. and Wednesday, February 24 at 4 p.m.
Special Information: Pine Forest School of the Arts is the only fully dedicated elementary arts Magnet School in Duval County. TEAM UP and Extended Day available before and after school. Primary entry point is kindergarten. Limited openings in grades 1 through 5.
Lead Teacher Contact: Terri Wester, westerm@duvalschools.org and Debra Rankin, petersd2@duvalschools.org
F.A.M.E. (Foreign Languages, Academics, Music Enrichment)
The F.A.M.E. theme focuses on Foreign Languages, Academics and Music Enrichment. Foreign languages expose students to foreign lands and cultures. The second area, Academics, focuses on enhancing critical thinking skills. And finally, Music Enrichment offers students the chance to express themselves through musical instruments, music theory, rhythm and other rudiments of music. Music study helps students become motivated and self-assured while fostering creativity and self-expression.
8801 Lake Placid Drive East
Jacksonville, Florida 32208
904.924.3027
www.duvalschools.org/mlk
Tours: Wednesdays only, January through February, 9 a.m.-10 a.m.
Special Information: Martin Luther King, Jr. Elementary F.A.M.E. Academy offers a broad educational experience in a setting where the No Child Left Behind law is exemplified. We are a Title 1 school that implements technology-based instruction via FastForWord, SuccessMaker, and Destination Success. Arts Integration, SES Providers, and the TEAM UP afterschool program also assist with growing successful learners. Our morning news show, "The Eagle News," is totally a student production. Students also participate in and facilitate Safety Patrols, Tinikling Team, Winter/Spring concerts, band competition, Spanish dancers and Art Club. In addition, Extended School Day is offered Monday through Friday.
Lead Teacher Contact: E. Denise Dawson, dawsone1@duvalschools.org