MUSIC
MUSIC
MUSIC
OVERVIEW
Our highly regarded music program has been designated a Best Community for Music Education since 2013. Recognized on the regional and national level for outstanding performing groups and faculty/curricular achievements, the Westport Public Schools Music program also maintains community connections with various organizations including Music for Youth, the Westport Public Library and the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, to name a few.
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The department strives to develop each students’ artistic literacy and global awareness by developing their ability to create, perform and respond to diverse music at the highest level in a safe and nurturing environment. Department goals for achieving a student's musical success:
• Every student should have an opportunity to develop a
lifelong connection to music
• Every student should be able to use music as a vehicle
to interact with their communities
• Every student should be entitled to an education that includes music
through Grade 8
• Every student should have the opportunity to participate
in a music class through Grade 12
• Every student should have the opportunity to participate in the
music program regardless of his or her financial situation
• Every student should have the opportunity to perform on a regular basis
• Every student should have the opportunity to audition for Middle and High School Regional/All-State Music Festivals
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OVERVIEW
Our highly regarded music program has been designated a Best Community for Music Education since 2013. Recognized on the regional and national level for outstanding performing groups and faculty/curricular achievements, the Westport Public Schools Music program also maintains community connections with various organizations including Music for Youth, the Westport Public Library and the Levitt Pavilion for the Performing Arts, to name a few.
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The department strives to develop each students’ artistic literacy and global awareness by developing their ability to create, perform and respond to diverse music at the highest level in a safe and nurturing environment. Department goals for achieving a student's musical success:
• Every student should have an opportunity to develop a
lifelong connection to music
• Every student should be able to use music as a vehicle
to interact with their communities
• Every student should be entitled to an education that includes music
through Grade 8
• Every student should have the opportunity to participate
in a music class through Grade 12
• Every student should have the opportunity to participate in the
music program regardless of his or her financial situation
• Every student should have the opportunity to perform on a regular basis
• Every student should have the opportunity to audition for Middle and High School Regional/All-State Music Festivals
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SCHOOLS
SCHOOLS
The Long Lots
Pan Island Express
Steel Drum Band
with music director
Ms Tucker
The Long Lots
Pan Island Express
Steel Drum Band
with music director
Ms Tucker
The Long Lots
Pan Island Express
Steel Drum Band
with music director
Ms Tucker
"Mood Meter"
-Ms Robinson's GFS Grade ? Art Class
How artists communicate their emotional state through color, texture, value and media choice
"Mood Meter"
-Ms Robinson's GFS Grade ? Art Class
How artists communicate their emotional state through color, texture, value and media choice
"Title"
-Mr Soper's KHS Art Class
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"Title"
-Mr Soper's KHS Art Class
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"Title"
-Mr Soper's KHS Art Class
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COURSE OF STUDY
COURSE OF STUDY
COURSE OF STUDY
STAPLES VISUAL ARTS
Staples High School, Westport CT
Staples High School, Westport CT
QUICK GUIDE TO STAPLES ART OFFERINGS​
GALLERY
AP Art & Design
3-D Studio Art
Ceramics
AP Art & Design
ART in Action
LATEST NEWS
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Fourth Annual “Spark” Art Exhibition at Bedford Middle School!
More than 1,000 visitors gathered at Bedford Middle School last night for Westport Public Schools’ fourth annual district-wide art exhibition, Spark—a celebration of student creativity and artistic expression.
“This event is a powerful display of the depth and breadth of arts education and the role it plays in shaping thoughtful, expressive, and empathetic students,” said Steve Zimmerman,WPS Music & Visual Arts Coordinator. “Spark showcases the incredible talent of our students and the dedication of our teachers.”
Principal Stafford Thomas joined Zimmerman and a team of 15 dedicated art educators from across the district in welcoming families, engaging in conversations about the creative process, and celebrating student achievement.
The exhibition features over 1,000 works of art from students in Pre-K through AP Art & Design. From observational drawing to mixed media, sculpture to digital art, the show reflects the depth, diversity, and imagination of Westport’s young artists.
Guests were also treated to performances by the Staples Jazz Lab under the direction of Gregg Winters and a student tuba ensemble led by Lou Kitchner. Art teachers set up live-model observational drawing stations, allowing attendees to both participate and witness the creative process in real time.
Congratulations to the SHS students whose works were chosen for exhibition in the CT Scholastic Art Awards:
Gold Key
Mia Lewis - Ceramics
Katherine Matviyenko - Ceramics
Jay Nicholds - Photography
William Vanamee - Digital Art
​​Silver Key
Jessica Walsh - Photography
Honorable Mention
Caden Chisena - Design
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Top Left Clockwise: "The Highlands's Stallion" Jay Nicholds; Katherine Matviyenko, ceramics; Caden Chisena, 3D Typography; "Reffen" Jessica Walsh; William Vanamees, digital painting; Mia Lewis, ceramics
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2025 Scholastic Art Award Recognitions
Graphicus to Show at ICCC March 15
The SHS Graphicus Comic Book Club will showcase their art and swag at a booth at The Indie Comics Creator Con, March 15, 10am -6pm at Southern CT State University. The convention focuses on creators and those who champion independent art and ideas. This annual event, held at Southern Connecticut State University, is a celebration of the spirit of creativity, community, and camaraderie within the world of comics.