VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS PROGRAM
GRADES TK-12
Elite Visual and Performing Arts Program is developed for students who desire to thrive academically while pursuing their passion for the arts.
VAPA stands for “Visual and Performing Arts.” This includes but is not limited to music, theatre, acting, painting, sculpting, sound production, stage design, and more!
The Elite Visual and Performing Arts Program (VAPA) offers Elite Homeschool, Flex and Virtual students unparalleled flexibility, individual support, and resources to excel in both the arts with our community partners
Many of our knowledgeable community partners include lessons and classes for students, including, but not limited to:
- Acting
- Dance
- Singing
- Musical theatre
- Music (Instruments)
- Stage Combat
- Acting for the Camera
- Cinematography
- Shakespeare Technique
- Audition Technique
- Literature and Criticism
- Creative Writing
- Voice Speech
- Spoken Word Poetry
- Movement
Live In-Person Theatre Experiences
Our families love to be able to take advantage of discounted theatre tickets throughout the year.
“Theater is a verb before it is a noun, an act before it is a place.” Martha Graham
Dancers Welcomed!
When you can make your own academic schedule, it allows students the opportunity to invest in their passion! Here’s Brooklyn, a flex academy student competing in dance on the big stage and winning awards!
“Paint Night With CeCe”
Join fellow Elite families at our always fun Paint Night With CeCe!
Learning to Play the Bells
You’ve heard Mary Had a Little Lamb, but have you heard it played with the bells? Check out one of our fantastic father-daughter duos educating us about this instrument and playing a little song for us! We’re so proud of the great music our students create!
“The ArtSeen” Highlight
Arianna, one of our 11th grade students, put together this promo video to show her fellow students what the Art Seen is all about. She has a talent for digital design and the Arts!
The CreativeSpace
All Ages
Calling all drawing-lovers, imagination-masters, and future innovators! The Elite CreativeSpace is the perfect place to refine your artistic abilities through live drawing studios and hands-on workshops. This interactive club is centered on introducing students to several artistic processes, from drawing to painting to sculpture. Our instructor, Mr. Olson, leads our students through each media in sequential lessons that are designed to empower students in their artistic pursuits. Students can attend this club purely out of interest; no grade or attendance is given but consistent participation is always appreciated and celebrated. Those that choose to enroll have the opportunity to receive an exclusive package of CreativeSpace materials for club participation! The CreativeSpace meets bi-weekly at 10:00 am on Wednesdays – you won’t want to miss a meeting! Fill out this Club Enrollment form in order to receive a list of materials that will be needed.
Interested in joining?
Contact Mr. Olson at [email protected]
Explore an enrichment program that allows you to pursue your passion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Elite has many Visual and Performing Arts partners. Our school is interested in honoring the desires of our families, and we have made sure to provide a list of our own highly qualified partners, and also a list of parent/student recommended partners. All partners are rigorously vetted by our Visual and Performing Arts Lead, James Fowler.
All Elite TK-12 students are welcome to participate in the Visual and Performing Arts program. All high school students are required by the State of California to complete a specific amount of VAPA units toward graduation; this can be completed through a series of online, independent studies courses, or even through one of our VAPA partnerships.