The Franklin Fine Arts Center just held its annual Winter Showcase, a chance for students to show off their talents in music, dance and the visual arts. The school, Chicago’s only citywide magnet for the arts, still emphasizes integrated arts modules to stimulate intellectual curiosity and creative expression. The faculty was also acknowledged for their ongoing commitment to providing specialized instruction that integrates academic and artistic excellence.

Q1. What are the unique fine arts tracks that differentiate the curriculum layout at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

Ans. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center provides daily specialized instruction in classical ballet, vocal music, theatrical arts and photography.

Q2. Do prospective students have to have an artistic audition to get in to Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

Ans. No. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center admissions are based purely on the regular, district-wide electronic magnet lottery.

Q3. What special visual art equipment is available for student use at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Ctr?

Ans. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center includes a contemporary graphic design lab, pottery wheels and a high-temperature ceramics kiln on site.

Q4. How often do student musical or dance ensembles perform in public at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center?

Ans. The student ensembles at Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center perform their talents at the large winter, spring, and community art festivals.

Q5. Does Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center offer digital audio engineering and music production?

Ans. Franklin Elem Fine Arts Center teaches basic digital sound-mixing and music composition using specialized classroom electronic tablet software.