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Why is small school athletics important?

One of the great benefits of small school athletics is the chance to play a large role. Fostering teamwork and a cooperative, but competitive, spirit, our athletic program allows for students to participate in ways they might not be able to in a larger program.

What does Shakespeare say about the stage?

Shakespeare may have said that “all the world’s a stage,” but perhaps it’s also true that the stage is all the world. Visual and performing arts education builds empathy, fosters teamwork and confidence, and encourages the kind of creative and collaborative thinking that students need to succeed. Learn More.

Is the Fitzsimmons Black Box dark?

Like theaters all over the country, the Fitzsimmons Black Box Theater has remained dark since March. But the Sonoma Academy theater scene is still vibrant, propelled through the challenges presented by the pandemic by the creativity and passion of our Director of Theater Jen Coté.

Create, Collaborate, Connect

Our Visual Arts program focuses both on studio projects, as well as visits to art spaces, critiques, guest lectures, and class discussions. Students practice skills in drawing, design, painting, sculpture, art history, and appreciation.

Foundation Arts

The Foundation Arts course is true to its name in that it lays a foundation in visual arts and covers a number of core skills and concepts. Course time is spent on studio projects, class and guest lectures, visits to art spaces, critiques, and class discussions; assignments allow students to practice the skills learned.