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Thank you for your interest in Sacramento City Unified School District’s high school specialty programs. Our high school specialty programs offer students the opportunity to dive deeper into an area of interest that may support a future career pathway. These free public education programs give students a chance to learn about industries outside of standard core subjects, like culinary arts, digital media, criminal justice, construction and more.

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VAPA Visual Art students design and construct realistic and abstract works of art using a variety of materials, tools, and techniques.  They examine, analyze, and interpret traditional and contemporary works of art while their understanding of elements and principles of design are solidified and reinforced.  Individual and group experiences will promote problem-solving, creative thinking, and formal expression.

The following table shows the availability by grade level for the 2025-2026 school year for each of our specialty programs. 

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The CKM VAPA dance company is a four-year experience designed to introduce, refine, critique, and elevate dance techniques in jazz, ballet, musical theater, hip hop, modern, contemporary/lyrical, cultural dances, and student-inspired dance styles. Students will be exposed to professional level dancing by attending local and non-local performances. Students will study dance techniques as well as history, culture, and theory. Students will explore improvisation and choreographic form.

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The McClatchy High School VAPA Music Program is committed to the musical development of its members. Students of the program enroll in either Concert Band, Orchestra, or Choir all four years of high school. Despite emphasizing instruction through traditional music ensembles, all music-literate instrumentalists and vocalists such as guitarists and pianists are welcome to participate.

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CKM VAPA Theater is a four-year program that explores theater literature, performance, and historical and cultural connections. Improvisation, creative dramatics, and scene work connect students to acting and character development. Theater courses provide opportunities for students to develop critical listening and thinking skills, stage presence, and ensemble work, culminating in periodic classroom performances. Theater gives students an opportunity to develop fundamental assessment and problem-solving skills.