Strong Programs

• High Quality State and National Recognized Music, Theatre and Dance Programs
• Kennedy Center Partners in Education Program with partner Ruth Eckerd Hall
• Comprehensive music programs offered in all schools
• Elementary music is staffed consistently and equitably across the district
• Band and choral programs are offered in all middle and high schools
• Choral programs offered at all elementary schools
• State and nationally recognized theatre, band and choral programs
• Orchestra offered at most middle and high schools and selected elementary schools
• Guitar programs offered at most middle and high schools
• Alternative ensembles, steel drums and percussion ensembles offered at many schools
• Music technology and composition, offered at many schools
• Highly successful annual all county events
• Well regarded Walker’s Rising Stars Scholarship Program for high school Music, Theatre, and Dance students
• Named  NAMM 2020 Best Community for Music Education

Collegial Support

• Strong Collegial Culture with Mentoring Support
• Pinellas County Music Educators Association – Supportive, professional organization offering mentoring, scholarships for teacher professional development, support for all county events
• District-wide Professional Learning Community Meetings
• Varied, effective Professional Development Trainings
• Nationally Recognized Performing Arts Technology Training