The Performing and Visual Arts Department offers classes in four areas: art, theatre, instrumental and vocal music. Research shows that studying performing and visual arts increases academic success and achievement in today’s evolving world. By incorporating the National Standards of Art Education, National Standards of Music Education and the Illinois Learning Standards, students enrolled in the performing and visual arts develop skills that strengthen their self-esteem and their self-discipline to become involved in fine arts festivals, school plays, school concerts and musicals.