home

**Our Mission**

The **High School of Music & Dance** is the only high school dedicated to students who are gifted in music and dance, serving grades 9-12. The mission of High School of Music & Dance is to prepare students for careers in music through a wonderful program of effort and individuality. We are known for encouraging the student body to seek a different learning experience along with a special program for all students who have an interest in a music related field. We want to inspire, encourage, and dare our students to strive for academic and musical excellence. As Agnes de Mille said "The truest expression of a people is in its dance and in its music. Bodies never lie." Therefore, High School of Music & Dances' staff, student body, teachers, friends, and parents seek to analyze and actively address the art of music and dance.


 * About Us**

High School of Music & Dance was founded on January 6, 2009 by a collection of teachers and parents. This school is open to students all over New York City. Its located on 400 Madison Ave. It has about 330 students to its full enrollment size of 450. Its a free, open enrollment special admissions school. Students are accepted from all areas based on their talented skills in music and/or dance and their academic level. Our staff are also selcted based on their profession.


 * Points of Pride**
 * Music program that allows students to show their talents as well as learn more about music & dance.
 * Recognition programs for music and dance performances, honor roll, and attendance
 * A diverse faculty and student body
 * Small class sizes
 * Modernized academic curriculum
 * Wide range of electives
 * National Honor Society
 * Extensive extra-curricular program
 * Major monthly field trips to theatres and performances