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Fine Arts- Music

The Fine Arts Program

Welcome to the Portsmouth High School Fine Arts web page. Our department encourages all students to work toward their fullest potential in music and visual art. We offer students multiple pathways for success through the courses aligned to the National Core Art Standards.

Learning Expectations

Students who successfully complete CCAs in the Fine Arts will demonstrate proficiency in school-wide learning expectations #4, #5, #6 and #7 through visual art, music and digital technology courses in our department.

Expectation 4. Communicate effectively in a variety of formats.

Expectation 5. Interpret and design visual messages for specific purposes.

Expectation 6. Engage in work with integrity, both independently and collaboratively.

Expectation 7. Use technology to discover and demonstrate knowledge.