Visual and Performing Arts Academy

NEWSLETTER

September 2026

Coming Soon.....

VPAA Kudos

Congratulations to our MANY visual art student award winners from Neptune Festival '26. Special recognition to senior Vincent Glasgow for winning Best-In-Show!

Last spring, VPAA student Niamh Poe choreographed Echoes of Unity, an original dance work that earned First Place at The Links National Conference. In recognition of this outstanding achievement, Niamh received a Certificate of Achievement and a monetary award.

Pictured with Niamh are dancers Kamryn Brown, Kenedi Bray, and Serani Myers, along with Dr. Pat Dillard of The Links, Incorporated.

The Links, Incorporated is one of the nation’s oldest and largest volunteer service organizations, dedicated to enriching and sustaining the cultural and economic well-being of African American communities while uplifting individuals and families through service, education, and advocacy.

We are proud to celebrate Niamh’s creativity, leadership, and artistry, as well as the talented dancers who helped bring Echoes of Unity to life.

VPAA Musicians Shine at District 2 Auditions

Congratulations to our talented VPAA student musicians who earned seats in the VBODA District 2 Senior Regional Orchestra through a competitive audition process.

This honor reflects an exceptional level of musicianship, preparation, discipline, and performance skill. Our students will now have the opportunity to rehearse and perform alongside some of the strongest high school musicians from across District 2.

Our Selected Musicians

Violin
Abigail Parsels – 1st Violin
Jaden Tumali – 1st Violin
Kala Gaston – 1st Violin
Courtney Yurgans – 1st Violin
Maia Washington – 1st Violin
Zyril Aguas – 2nd Violin

Viola
Charlotte Johnson
Paxey Heiliger
Rebeca Rivera

Cello
Amaree Aranas
Liam Capistrano
Juniper Li
Kristian Kleber
Skylar Archer

Contrabass
Cesar Timaur-Vivas
Lyliana Tumminelli

A Proud VPAA Moment

We are incredibly proud of these students and the dedication they have shown to their craft. Their achievement is a wonderful example of the artistry, discipline, and excellence we strive to cultivate throughout the Visual and Performing Arts Academy.

Congratulations to all of our selected musicians!