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District 145 Mission Statement for Arts The mission of District 145 Arts K-12 education program is to prepare students for a successful future by providing a creative, performance and structural learning environment. The Arts are essential in providing the students of District 145 a well-rounded education as well as a foundation on which to build a life long appreciation. Students will become independent problem-solvers, creative thinkers and confident artists and performers. A successful Arts student will be: Confident Artists and Performers
 * Being able to perform to minimum standards with the opportunity to advance to higher levels
 * Provide a positive example for their peers
 * Effectively demonstrate artistic expression and integrity.

Quality Artists and Performers


 * Comparing and incorporating art forms by presentation methodology and audience response in all art forms.
 * Comprehensive appreciation of all art forms.
 * Understanding the Arts in relationship to history and culture.

Collaborative Artist and Performers


 * Initiate and assist others in practice and performance.
 * Analyze and explain personal preferences to work toward a common goal.

Lifelong consumers and appreciators of the visual and performing arts
 * Continue a personal drive to enjoy and support the Arts through performance and attendance.
 * Understanding relationships between the Arts and disciplines outside the Arts.