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High School Specialty Programs
2025-2026 School Year
The following table shows the availability by grade level for the 2025-2026 school year for each of our specialty programs.
C.K. McClatchy Music VAPA Program
Grades 9-12
Program Information
The McClatchy High School VAPA Music Program is committed to the musical development of its members. Students of the program enroll in either Concert Band, Orchestra, or Choir all four years of high school. Despite emphasizing instruction through traditional music ensembles, all music-literate instrumentalists and vocalists such as guitarists and pianists are welcome to participate.
C.K. McClatchy Theater VAPA Program
Grades 9-12
Program Information
CKM VAPA Theater is a four-year program that explores theater literature, performance, and historical and cultural connections. Improvisation, creative dramatics, and scene work connect students to acting and character development. Theater courses provide opportunities for students to develop critical listening and thinking skills, stage presence, and ensemble work, culminating in periodic classroom performances. Theater gives students an opportunity to develop fundamental assessment and problem-solving skills.
C.K. McClatchy Visual Art VAPA Program
Grades 9-12
Program Information
VAPA Visual Art students design and construct realistic and abstract works of art using a variety of materials, tools, and techniques. They examine, analyze, and interpret traditional and contemporary works of art while their understanding of elements and principles of design are solidified and reinforced. Individual and group experiences will promote problem-solving, creative thinking, and formal expression.