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Vancouver School of Arts and Academics
Location: 3101 Main Street, Vancouver, WA
Grades 6-12


The Vancouver School of Arts and Academics offers a complete and accredited middle school and high school program where the arts are at the core of an interdisciplinary curriculum. All students study science, mathematics, social studies, English, and can pursue artistic studies in dance, music, theatre, literary art, visual arts, recording arts, and moving image arts. The daily atmosphere of creative work, self-discipline, and dedication prepares students for both college and future careers. Advance Placement classes are available in English, history, government, math, and visual arts. (All students must attend the school full time.)

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Requirements for graduation:
VSAA Credit Requirements
4.0 Credits
English
2.0 Credits
Mathematics
3.0 Credits
Social Studies
3.0 Credits
Science
*1.5 Credits
PE/Dance
.5 Credits
Health
6.0 Credits
Arts
1.0 Credits
Occ. Education
3.0 Credits
Electives (1.5 Core)
.5 Credits
Culminating Project/CAP
TOTAL =
24.5 Credits
 

Career Opportunities/College Connections
• Guidance Counseling center offers College planning information
• Focus level arts classes provide career opportunities within curriculum

For further information, contact Bonnie Little, Counselor

Application Process involves:
• Completed application packet
• Interview
• Participation in workshop
• In-district resident
• At the high school level we may accept boundary exceptions after VSD students have been accepted and space is available

How do you enroll?
To find out more information or to enroll, see your high school Counselor or Career Guidance Specialist. You may also download a PDF version of the application by clicking on the link below.


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