The visual arts program provides instruction that incorporates art production, aesthetics, criticism and history that nurtures the understanding of other cultures, thus preparing students to contribute to the world meaningfully and creatively.

The Springfield Public Schools visual arts program provides instruction by certified art instructors for every K-5 student one hour weekly. 

Visual arts instruction is offered to middle school students as an elective choice or requirement depending on individual school requirements determined by the site-based management process. 

Art is offered to high school students as an elective course and fulfills the state and local graduation requirement of one unit in the fine arts.  The high school curriculum offers twenty-two courses of studies in art foundations, applied arts, ceramics, sculpture, drawing, graphic design, metals/jewelry, painting, photography and portfolio development.

Visual Art Goals: 

1. The district will provide support and resources for teachers and students that are necessary to foster an environment conducive to artistic growth and the highest quality academic success.
2. Students will gain experience creating, presenting, responding and connecting to a variety of developmentally appropriate art techniques, materials and processes. 
3. Teachers will provide students with ongoing opportunities for creative risk-taking and failure which provides students the opportunity to develop resiliency and recognize the strengths of iterations in project work.
4. Teachers will implement district adopted curriculum and resources with fidelity. 

High School

• Flowchart 
• SPS HS Education Planning Guide

The music program includes vocal and choral music, band, beginning strings and orchestra.  Each grade level receives instruction on the various elements of music to include: expression, rhythm, form, melody, timbre, texture and harmony.

The Springfield Public Schools music program provides instruction by certified music instructors for every K-5 student.  Students participate in two, thirty-minute music classes per week and have the opportunity to participate in public performances.

Music instruction is offered to middle school students as an elective choice or requirement depending on individual school requirements determined by the site-based management process.Middle school students may elect vocal or instrumental music. 

Music is offered to high school students as an elective course and fulfills the state and local graduation requirement of one unit in the fine arts. The high school curriculum offers courses of study in band, choir, orchestra, marching band, chorus, jazz band, advanced band, advanced orchestra and AP music theory.

Music Goals: 

1. The district will provide support and resources for teachers and students that are necessary to foster an environment conducive to artistic growth and the highest quality academic success.
2. Students will gain experience creating, performing, responding and connecting to a variety of developmentally appropriate music. 
3. Teachers will afford students opportunities for artistic experiences through active participation in music and enhance their understanding and appreciation of the arts. 
4. Teachers will implement district adopted curriculum and resources with fidelity. 

High School - New Horizons 

• List of Courses 

SPS Honor Orchestras

•  Springfield Youth Symphony
•  Springfield Junior Youth Symphony (SJYS) and Springfield Youth String Orchestra (SYSO)

Theatre Arts provides an  introductory study of theatre.  Students will study voice and diction, improvisation, pantomime, acting, structure of drama, evaluation of drama, theatre history, play production, stage scenery, stage lighting, costuming, make-up, and oral interpretation/performance studies. Students can earn either a Fine Art credit or an ELA elective credit for Theatre courses. 

High School - New Horizons

• List of Courses