LONG TRAIL SCHOOL Founded 1975 |
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MIDDLE SCHOOL ARTS ACTIVITIES"During my time at Long Trail, I have learned about calculus and biology and a myriad of other things I need to survive or just want to know. But behind all this, there is something of greater importance, something that is not a mere life skill or piece of knowledge, but something that makes life livable.Ý Long Trail has taught me the value of originality and of creating something of your own." Matt Britton '04, Pawlet Long Trail's strong visual and performing arts offer it all. From silk-screen printing to buildi IMPROVS enables students to work on improvisation skills and participate in theater games. Although the primary focus is fun, students are encouraged to work on character development and performance skills. Meets once a week during an activity period. EXTRACURRICULAR DRAMA MOUNTING A PRODUCTION Thespians work yearlong after school hours to perform plays, both comedy and drama, locally in the fall and spring and at the Vermont Drama Festival in March. MUSIC ACTIVITIES GARAGE BAND is open to all who wish to play and sing pop, rock, and jazz just for fun. The group meets once a week for an Extended Activity period. EXTRACURRICULAR MUSIC GUITAR & BASS offers private and group lessons after school to beginners and more experienced musicians. PERFORMANCE REHEARSALS are held after school for various musical groups as needed. |
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ng a set or singing in a musical, there is an artistic opportunity for everyone. The arts are central to our curriculum, teaching students to think outside the box, to empathize with others and to express themselves in new ways. Most of all, students have fun being creative. We offer 27 courses in art, drama,
and music as well as other art-based activities in which students can participate. Options range from studio art, ceramics, and photography to classes in acting, music, and technical theatre. Students exhibit in local art galleries and perform in local, regional, and state music and drama festivals as well as in the community. The flexibility of electives allows them to explore new interests, gain new skills, and experiment.