The arts are an integral part of our curriculum at Charles Wright Academy, not extras

Students at every grade level enjoy consistent, regular time dedicated to visual and performing arts—inspiring creativity, persistence, and confidence. We offer a breadth of opportunities taught by faculty who are also teaching artists so that students may discover and develop their unique talents.

Upper School

INCLUDING

ADVANCED CERAMICS

ADVANCED STUDIO ART

AP ART (2D Design and Drawing)

LETTERPRESS

PAINTING, DRAWING, ILLUSTRATION

DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

PRINTMAKING

SILK SCREENING

CONCERT CHOIR

ORCHESTRA

SYMPHONIC BAND

IMPROVISATION

MUSICAL THEATER

THEATER PRODUCTION

SKETCH COMEDY

STAINED GLASS AND MOSAIC

  • upper school jazz ensemble performers
  • upper school students perform a play onstage

CWA is home to exceptional visual and performing arts programs featuring a breadth of courses and creative opportunities facilitated by talented faculty. Students are encouraged to participate throughout their Upper School careers to achieve deep learning and appreciation for the arts. All students enjoy at least one year each of visual and performing arts courses, although many students choose to take four years.

The Visual Arts Center features spacious classrooms for ceramics, printmaking, painting, and more, while the Language and Performing Arts Center has both large and private practice rooms, a digital music mixing studio, and a modern black box theater. 

Learn more about Upper School