TUSD Visual and Performing Arts
Performing Arts Magnet
TBA, Bands
Mrs. Jennifer Grover, Choir & Piano
Mrs. Ellen DiFilippo, Theatre
Mr. R. Thomas Renner, Visual & Performing Arts Chair, String Orchestra
trenner@tusd.net
209-830-3360 x2226
The Performing Arts Magnet is an honorary, academic program for students who wish to earn recognition for their commitment to studying the performing arts at Tracy High School. The instructional program offers an enriched curriculum, preparing students for further study at post-secondary institutions and entry-level career options in the arts and entertainment industry. Students may choose one of several program pathways:
1. Theatre (Acting Concentration)
2. Theatre (Tech Concentration)
3. Vocal Music (Choir)
4. Instrumental Music (Band Concentration)
5. Instrumental Music (Jazz Concentration)
6. Instrumental Music (Piano Concentration)
7. Instrumental Music (Orchestra Concentration)
Each performance pathway leads to specialized certificates and diplomas. In addition to receiving specialized performing arts instruction, students benefit from frequent performance opportunities,
individual performance coaching, student leadership opportunities, special recognition at graduation, and special recognition on their official high school transcripts. Upon completion of each year’s
credit you will receive:
One Year = PAM Membership Patch
Two Years = PAM Block “T”
Three Years = Pathway Pin
Three Years + Certificate Research Project = Certificate & Certificate Graduation Cord
Four Consecutive Years = PAM Medallion
Five Years + Senior Recital = Diploma Certificate & Diploma Graduation Cord
Schools that offer Performing Arts
- Freiler School
- Kelly School
- North School
- South West Park Elementary School
- Monte Vista Middle School
- Williams Middle School
- West High School
- Kimball High School
- Tracy High School
- Stein High School
- Other Elementary Schools