Calloway (Cab) School of the Arts

CCSA achieved many accomplishments throughout the 2008-2009 school year. Over 98 percent of our graduates are furthering their post secondary education in stellar colleges and universities. Students in both the middle and high school were inducted into the National Honor Society, the National Art Honor Society, the National French Honor Society, the National Spanish Honor Society, and the Tri-M Music Honor Society. CCSA was represented in various All-State events including Middle and Senior All-State Choir as well as Senior All-State Band. The JazzChords of Calloway performed at various venues throughout the state. The high school band competed at state and national competitions and received superior ratings, in addition to marching in various local parades. Students participated and placed in several competitions including Delaware Regional and National Scholastic Art and Writing Awards, and in the Math League and Science Olympiad. Students also performed monthly for their peers.

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Curriculum Highlights

CCSA boasts a rigorous and challenging academic program coupled with a stellar arts program. At the high school level, CCSA offers CP, Honors and AP courses. At the middle school level, teams of five teachers per grade offer rigorous academic programs, including courses in technology. Students must maintain at least a "C" average in their academic studies in order to participate in after-school activities and performances. Students are recognized for academic achievements throughout the school. Students at CCSA consistently score "Superior" on state mandated assessments. CCSA offers training in the areas of dance, drama, visual arts, communication arts, instrumental music and vocal music. Students receive instruction in their chosen arts areas on a daily basis, therefore creating a solid education in the arts. Our students have venues through which they can display their skills, including art exhibitions, dance recitals, music concerts (vocal and instrumental) and dramatic performances

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Other

CCSA students participate in a variety of after-school clubs, activities and performance groups. They include Student Government, National & Jr. National Honor Societies, National and Jr. National Art Honor Societies, National Foreign Language Honor Societies, Tri-M Music Honor Society, Future Educators of America, Science Olympiad, Math League, Mock Trial, Dance Company, JazzChords, Multicultural Club, GEMS, The Phantoms Jazz Band, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, and Creative Writing. Students are able to participate on the Charter School of Wilmington's athletic teams. CCSA produces at least five major productions a year. During the 2008-2009 school year, CCSA performed the seventh annual "Showstoppers", "Music Man", "You Can't Take It With You" and a collection of student written shows. Students performed in the annual Young Choreographers Showcase and the dance classes performed their annual spring recital. Students provide technical support for most productions.

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