The VAPA Academy at Harrison Elementary

Join us in sending a HUGE congratulations to our incredible Kindergarten and 5th Grade Huskies on their promotions today!

Today, our kindergarten students take their first big step forward, full of wonder, imagination, and endless possibilities. Our fifth graders take their final elementary step, carrying with them years of growth, creativity, friendship, and memories that will last a lifetime.

From first-day jitters to confident performances, from learning to dream to learning to lead, these students have filled our halls with joy, talent, and inspiration.

Congratulations and have a fantastic summer!

To access our full gallery of pictures from today's promotions, visit:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1TmAb_RStG3McnxKEZqkYGLj4jMkNrBJo?usp=sharing

BIG NEWS is taking center stage at The Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Harrison!

We are beyond thrilled to announce that our school has been selected to participate in the Disney Musicals in Schools Stage Connect Program for the next THREE YEARS!

This incredible opportunity will provide our students with expanded access to musical theatre education, professional development, creative collaboration, and unforgettable performance experiences that inspire confidence, creativity, and community.

The curtain is rising on an exciting new chapter for our young artists — and we can’t wait to see the magic they create.

Stay tuned to see the INCREDIBLE things we have in store as we begin this programming! The possibilities are endless!

Disney Disney on Broadway

Interested in learning more about the exciting things at The Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Harrison? Check out our podcast feature on OpenStudio!

Exciting things are happening at Harrison and we hope that you join us along the way!

Visual, Performing, & Digital Arts Magnet program in Lexington already shaping lives Podcast Episode · Open Studio · May 1 · 21m

We are sending a HUGE THANK YOU to all of the businesses, local organizations and community members that helped to make our teachers feel EXTRA special this week!

Teachers, thank you for all you do each and every day for our students. We are a better place because of each of you.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! ❤️

Today we are celebrating Broadway’s NICHELLE LEWIS for her Tony Award Nomination for Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical!

Aside from her talent, Nichelle has a heart of gold and cares so much about the future generation of artists! We are thankful for her collaboration, mentorship and time she has spent with the students of Harrison this year!

✨ CONGRATULATIONS NICHELLE! ✨

In just ONE SHORT WEEK, Broadway's NOAH J. RICKETTS will return to The Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Harrison to work with our students right before our exciting kick off to KSA Testing!

In addition to working with our students during the day, we are excited to offer an Acting the Song Masterclass with Noah for our community on Tuesday, May 12th from 6:30-8:30pm.

Those interested in participating can register as either a PARTICIPANT (meaning they will come prepared with a piece of MT rep, perform, and be coached by Noah) or an OBSERVER (meaning they will observe those being coached). All participants will participate in the Q&A following the masterclass with Noah.

TO REGISTER, visit: bit.ly/noahatharrison

Questions? Contact our Arts Magnet Coordinator, Austin Vahle at [email protected]

Join us in taking a moment to celebrate and honor someone who keeps our school community running smoothly, and reaching new heights, each and every day!

Dr. Watkins is the exemplar of exceptional leadership. Her passion and dedication to our students, staff and school is simply unmatched. Harrison is a better place because of her leadership.

On this School Principal's Day, we celebrate her and all that she does for The Visual and Performing Arts Academy at Harrison!

We are forever grateful for the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center and their partnership and hospitality during our tech week and performances!

Come see our final show this evening at 7:00pm!

FOR TICKETS, visit: bit.ly/harrisonoztickets

🌟Looking for something to do tonight?

Come see Harrison Elementary's production of The Wizard of Oz in our Black Box Theatre, and check out our lobby decked out with the incredible visual artwork of their students!

The building is open to the public until 8pm tonight. Come stop by!

✨ IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE our April Huskies of the Month! ✨

Join us in celebrating these incredible students on their hard work and dedication to being a leader in the classroom each and everyday!

Congratulations, Huskies!

We're off the see the Wizard, the Wonderful Wizard of Oz!

We are just under TWO WEEKS away from our spring musical production of THE WIZARD OF OZ!

PERFORMANCES:
Thursday, April 30th at 7:00pm
Friday, May 1st at 7:00pm
Performed at the Pam Miller Downtown Arts Center

Tickets are going fast and seats are limited! Get your tickets TODAY by visiting: bit.ly/harrisonoztickets