The arts are given a special emphasis at Holy Family Academy. Through the curriculum and extra - curricular activities, students have the opportunity to explore great works of art. Such opportunities help students develop their own artistic talents, and to recognize Truth, Goodness and Beauty...
"Art, in all its forms, at the point where it encounters the great questions of our existence, the fundamental themes that give life its meaning, can take on a religious quality, thereby turning into a path of profound inner reflection and spirituality."
Address of His Holiness Benedict XVI
Sistine Chapel
Saturday, 21 November 2009
Students in grades 6 - 8 have the opportunity to participate in the annual Spring Play.
"Theater is a microcosm of the Christian life, and the lessons learned on stage and backstage are very similar to those we should learn as believers. In essence, they must "die" to themselves and be born again into the characters that the author has written for them." Laura Ahlquist
Students in Kindergarten through eighth grade participate in music classes taught by music teachers. All content is grade appropriate. Grades five and under incorporate a larger percentage of games and fun learning activities.
Holy Family Church Children's Choir
Singing is an expression of joy, and perhaps no other medium better exemplifies this than a children’s choir. At Holy Family, the Youth Choir supports the Liturgy at weekend Masses and Solemnities through the singing of Gregorian Chant, hymnody, Mass settings, and sacred anthems. Students learn the essential elements of proper vocal technique and projection, as well as the fundamentals of sight singing and music theory. They expand their own voices while learning the importance of blend and cohesiveness within a choir. With your child’s involvement, we will enhance the knowledge and skills of our young musicians, while building a youth choir program to continue enriching the Holy Family parish at large.
Grades: 2 – 8
Rehearsals days:
Tuesdays and Thursdays at Holy Family Church
Additionally, the Choristers will sing for weekend Mass approximately 1-2 times per month, as well as for major solemnities and Parish choral concerts. All rehearsals and Masses will be led by Scott Turkington.
Students in Kindergarten through eighth grade are instructed in traditional art method.
We believe that children have a desire to represent the world around them. They do this with time spent in diligent practice, drawing in pencil and charcoal. We introduce watercolor painting and acrylic painting by copying examples of master artists' work. Students learn the elements of design and color theory. With these concepts, they are able to look at and appreciate great of art.
"We can’t say enough about HFA. When searching for a school for our daughter there were several non-negotiable items: A deep commitment to the Catholic Faith, excellent academics, and a strong music program. HFA has exceeded expectations at every level. Our daughter is thriving and loves school. HFA is truly a special place."
Helen and Bill Haertzen,
Parents of a lower school student