Proficient Reading:
Elementary: 29%
Middle: 26%
High: 28%
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Distinguished Reading:
Elementary: 24%
Middle: 26%
High: 22%
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Proficient Math:
Elementary: 31%
Middle: 28%
High: 25%
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Distinguished Math:
Elementary: 17%
Middle: 19%
High: 17%
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Fine Arts
The mission of the Fine Arts Department is to engage all students in equitable, responsive, and inclusive arts education from kindergarten through graduation. Our vision is that, through arts education, students will become more empathetic, culturally aware, inquisitive, and self-reliant citizens.
The Fine Arts team supports and coordinates band and orchestra; vocal, instrumental, and general music; visual art; theater; dance; creative writing/literary arts; and humanities (“History and Appreciation of the Visual and Performing Arts”) for the school district. Our goals include increasing student participation, enhancing student achievement, and encouraging family engagement in these areas.
Portrait of a Graduate: Impact of the Arts
Districtwide Highlights
![KMEA Salutes Five Educators from FCPS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1707333805/fcpsnet/ukwap8axuk98ffidtjxm/music.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1707333805/fcpsnet/ukwap8axuk98ffidtjxm/music.png","width":512}])
The District 7 recognition encompasses eight counties.
![FCPS Salutes 2026 Summer of Excellence]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1699284042/fcpsnet/uv3lij48co00pcirbiv2/ribbon.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1699284042/fcpsnet/uv3lij48co00pcirbiv2/ribbon.png","width":512}])
Dozens participated in the statewide GSP, GSA, and GSE programs.
![gold shield with a large "B" as National Beta Club logo]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1706043062/fcpsnet/xwfv5uc8hhomsc8hel7l/Beta_Club.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1706043062/fcpsnet/xwfv5uc8hhomsc8hel7l/Beta_Club.png","width":420}])
This rising Lafayette freshman took top honors in a visual art category.
Seal of Arts Excellence
The Seal of Arts Excellence -- first offered to the Class of 2024 -- enables students to make concrete connections between their artistic endeavors and the FCPS focus on high levels of achievement, cultural competence, and preparation for the future. Graduating seniors who demonstrate an advanced level of specialization in a visual and performing arts discipline can earn the seal from FCPS and receive:
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A medal to wear at their graduation ceremony (in compliance with the regalia guidelines)
- An emblem on their high school diploma; and
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A notation on their transcript.
The portfolio should represent a student’s best work throughout their high school experience and showcase how the arts truly embody an "Education Beyond Expectation."
Contact
Katherine Lowther,
director of Fine Arts
Jessica McCann,
administrative assistant
(859) 422-2382