Robert
Louis Stevenson Elementary School of the Arts
Students perform academically and artistically at this “A” rated
school, one of three Millennium Elementary Schools of Choice in Brevard County.
With strong Music, Drama, Dance and Visual Arts programs, students receive expert
instruction and comprehensive exposure to all of the arts. Research has shown
that learning through the arts improves academic performance. Drama, Dance and
Music help develop early literacy by involving children in reading and writing
as a meaningful communication process.
The focus is on Science, Technology and Math with a faster paced learning track
for Gifted/Accelerated students. Students follow an arts-infused curriculum that
teaches major subjects and emphasizes good character.
In the Music program, students learn to master just about any musical instrument
of their choosing from strings and wind instruments to the piano keyboard. Students
develop their talents in a variety of music settings, ensembles and performance
opportunities including Show Choir, Concert Band, Orff Ensembles and String Orchestra.
While learning musical theory and how to play an instrument, students are able
to make connections to all other subjects. For example, Vocals and Yamaha Keyboard
classes use interdisciplinary strategies that cross the entire curriculum from
Language Arts to Physical Education.
In the Dance and Drama program, students get their minds and bodies active for
better attention and retention in the classroom. By participating in a variety
of dance classes students learn controlled movement and how to work in a cooperative
group setting. Each grade level also produces at least one play during the school
year to demonstrate what they’ve learned in a subject area.
The Visual Arts program provides a foundation in Art History and Multicultural
Studies. Students can take ceramics classes, graphic design, 3-D art and much
more. Parental involvement is key to the school’s success and all parents
of enrolled students are required to contribute volunteer hours.
1450 Martin Blvd, Merritt Island, FL 32952 • Tel (321) 454-3550
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