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Facts About Our School
Year School Built 1983
Square Footage 140,665
Number of Students 650
Grades Served 9-12
School Hours 7:45 - 2:45
School Colors Black, Carolina Blue
School Motto:
"Long Live The Arts"
Principal:
Robert Wilson - bob.wilson@mnps.org
Assistant Principal:
Tonja Williams - tonja.williams@mnps.org
District 7 School Board Representative:
Ed Kindall - etkindall@aol.com, 255-4003
District 16 Metro Council Representative:
Anna Page - anna.page@nashville.gov
Parent Support Group Contact:
Parent Organization President, Lisa Hoffman
What Makes Our School Unique?
Nashville School of the Arts is a school like no other. Within its walls is a community of dedicated artists, both student and teacher. There is a heart and soul that is immediately detectable by visitors to our building. Students at N.S.A. have a rigorous schedule that requires more than just a commitment to their discipline within the Arts. Our students must also meet the regular curriculum requirements that traditional high schools have. When N.S.A. students graduate they have several more credits than regular high school students.
Our faculty is a blend of young recent college graduates and veteran instructors. All have the same dedication that we observe in our students. The Arts teachers and the Core teachers work well together to allow students time to be a part of their artistic area and still work within the traditional subject areas. Besides drama, music, dance, visual arts, and mass media, N.S.A. offers the Core classes necessary for college entrance. These teachers work diligently to create a relevant environment
for the students of the Arts.
Our parent organization, the friends of N.S.A., work tirelessly for our school. They raise money, volunteer, and provide for our students and staff.
I would encourage all to come and visit our “community” and witness the amazing things going on at N.S.A. You will find a unique learning experience within a lot of very happy students and teachers.
Geographically located in the Glencliff Cluster: Glencliff Cluster Map (2008-2009) |
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What Does Our School Offer?
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All-State/Mid-State Auditions
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AP History, English, Calculus, Art Studio and Music Theory
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Art Club
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Art History
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Combined Chorus
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Computer Tutorial
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Dance Ensemble
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Dance Troupe
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Fame Drama Club
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
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Forensics
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Governor's School
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Junior Achievement
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Madrigals
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Mini-Town, USA
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National Honor Society & Beta Club
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Orchestra
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Plays, dance performances, musical performances starring NSA students, directed by NSA faculty
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Stage Band
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Student Government sponsored dances and presentations
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Talent shows/productions
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TV Broadcasting
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Upward Bound
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Vocal & Instrumental All-State UT honors
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Youth Holding Power
Who Attends Our School?
Nashville School of the Arts is filled with student/artists who wish to realize their artistic dreams and goals. They come from all over Davidson County and successfully reflect the diversity of our school system. For four years they are encouraged to grow and see their specific talent(s) come to fruition. Seventy percent (70%) of the students will be selected by audition, and thirty percent (30%) by essay or interview. There is no lottery for NSA admission.
Community Partners
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Belmont provides master classes for students in art
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Cheekwood - free fall membership for students
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Extended lab experiences in arts and academics
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Parent Steering Committee and parent volunteers
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Through TPAC, all English classes can attend all Humanities Outreach for Tennessee performances.
Our Business partners are:
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Cheekwood
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Frist Center for the Visual Arts
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Metro Arts Commission
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Music Alliance
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Nashville Ballet
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Nashville Opera
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Nashville Symphony
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Tennessee Repertory Theater
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Tennessee State University |