Mission Statement

The mission of the Van Meter Music Department is to provide every student with a well-rounded music education that enriches their lives and the lives of those around them. We achieve this by:

• Creating a musical community that is rich with cultural, social, and intellectual diversity.

• Giving the student an intensive education in their musical discipline.

• Developing an informed and inquiring mind that enables each student to engage the fundamental issues of their art and to become an effective cultural leader in society.

• Offering the highest quality music instruction and performance opportunities for students of all ages.