Visual and Performing Arts
Visual and Performing Arts Department Mission Statement
The mission of the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) department is to instill in our students and community a lifelong appreciation for the Arts that results in personal and professional artistic pursuits beyond high school graduation. Through Arts education, students learn to develop visual and auditory perception, creative thinking and problem-solving skills, and an understanding of our diverse culture.
More About VAPA
The Wilcox Visual and Performing Arts department offers comprehensive programs in visual arts, music, and theater, each designed to align with the California Visual and Performing Arts standards. Our year-long courses fulfill the fine art graduation requirement of the district and are approved for entrance to the Cal State and UC systems. VAPA courses also fulfill elective requirements for high school graduation.
Each course is designed to expose students to a broad spectrum of skills, techniques, and concepts important to literacy in the Arts. Students planning to earn a VAPA college degree, or follow a VAPA career path, should take 2-3 years of high school coursework in the arts.
Course Catalog
Honors and AP Information
Registration Information
When the registration period is open, typically in February or March, you can register for Honors and Advanced Placement courses. If you are considering an Honors or Advanced Placement course for the upcoming year, we suggest that you speak with your current teacher, or the teacher that currently teaches the course you are interested in or your counselor.
Contact Us
Department Chair
Heather Morton
Department Members
Philip Aduan
Paula Estioko
Claire Robson
David Troup
To find contact information for our staff, please check our staff directory.