Emerson is a great school as far as the preforming arts. The Academics are wonderful also. Yet, the parents must be involved because it isn't the schools responsiblity to be the parents for your child and show indivual attention to each and every student. You must take care of them at home
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Posted by a parent on 06/22/08
I currently attend Emerson. There are some teachers that really care about seeing the students suceed in life, while others are only there to collect a paycheck. Personly i believe the students could achieve more if we had a building that is up to part. The walls are falling down, the bathrooms are inadequate,
... Read more and their is no air conditioning in the buildon those hot summer days. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/21/07
I'm a former student of Emerson VPA. I was there when the school was just 5th through 8th grade. I believe this was the best thing that ever happened to Gary, and I credit my success in life to attending Emerson VPA instead of regular public school. My teachers, not just those for music but all, were
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Posted by a student on 06/10/07
I am a former student of EVPA, graduating from the almighty class of 2006. EVPA is the greatest school in the City. There are some great teachers in the school, and some very poor teachers. The spirit, and the wonderful teachers Emerson has makes up for the poor instructors. Emerson Math and Science
... Read more Department needs a lot of improvement. Emerson has one of the greatest Social Studies Department. The following people are people who has made a difference at Emerson: Lea Larson, Marion Lynn Boynes, Janet Cowan, Robert Herr, Larry Brewer, Rae Scott, Tillman Buggs, Mr.Grass, Ms. Davis, Gloria King, John Rentel, Francisca Modrowski, Jim Spicer, Carolyn McCrady, and Steve Sutton. Read less
Posted by a former student on 04/05/07
The greatest asset in Gary is the student body and next to that are the schools e.g. Emerson. Emerson allows students to establish academic skills and arts in areas not taught in regular curriculums. Students are introduced in various fields at the 6th grade and enhance their skills via a faculty of
... Read more experienced and focused teachers. The class sizes are small as found in JR colleges. Whereby, Emerson students do not have a difficult time adjusting to university life. Two of my 3 children have graduated from the Emerson Arts. One in the area of Drama and the other in Band. My third child will be graduating from studies in Orchestra. I thank God for the spiritual atmosphere found at Emerson and the discipline shown by the many students. If this site were to have sports they could challenge other schools competitively in any field. Read less
Posted by a parent on 08/24/06
I have been a student at emerson for two years now. The 2006-07 school year will be my senior year. Although I am given an opportunity to develop my talents, the academics standards are set way too low. Much is not expected when it comes to the hiring of the staff. Yes, Emerson is a family environment
... Read more and leaves room for unprofessionalism because of it. But when it comes to every activity that we, the children, are involved in, the parents show great support! I believe that Emerson should be moved to a larger school so that our own sports team can be developed. In light of moving to a larger school, Emerson could except more students. Read less
Posted by a student on 08/10/06
I am a graduate of Emerson. I graduated in 2001. After getting out into the world I see that this school produces intelligent students above the expectations most would expect. More than 80% of Emerson graduates go to college and graduate. It's a family structured school. I used to wake up in the morning
... Read more anxious to go to school. Not just for the girls, but because learning was made fun, and perfecting our craft was even better. Best school in the city. The school is GREAT, but the I think the school system needs a great deal of work. Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/06/05
As a former student, i agree with both the previous reviews. There is a lot of talent at emerson. As stated, the acedemic faculty needs to kick it up a notch!...As the art faculty have proved their excellence by the many awards and recognition their classes have recieved locally and nationally. Also
... Read more emerson has about 500-600 kids 6-12 grade. This is a small school and deserves the quality in education it expects of its arts. Emerson is loved by those who have had the pleasure of going but deserves a higher standing on the to do list for the gary school system. This school is a landmark for the gary school system. Make it look like one! Read less
Posted by a former student on 10/20/04
I have been a student at Emerson for sometime now. I found that the school is not up to standards. This school is protaryed as the BEST. True it is the BEST school in GARY but outside of the city our school would not meet the standards (as far as acadimics). Though the school is not the best in the world
... Read more it does have some good qualities. As far as the Arts our school is one of the best our dance team has won many meadals and trophys in competition. Our concert choir is known nationaly. Also, it has a small student population so that means it's like a home. Pretty much all the students know each other and most of the teachers know your name. It has it's pros and cons but overall if u like a school with a family enviroment. Emerson is the place for you. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/18/04
My child has been a student of this school for 2 years now and I wish I could say that all has been gravy. What I will say is that much professionalism is exspected of the students but very litte is demonstrated by faculty. The children work really hard and most are very talented. Nothing is offered
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School Profile for Emerson School For Visual And Performing Arts
Test scores
Enrollment
Programs
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ISTEP+* Test Scores
Grade Level:
Test Year: 2009
Emerson School For Visual And Performing Arts
Gary Cmty School District
Indiana
* In 2008-2009 Indiana used the Indiana Statewide Testing for Educational Progress-Plus (ISTEP+) assessment to test students in grades 3 through 10 in English/language arts and math, and in grades 5 and 7 in science. The ISTEP+ is a standards-based test, which means it measures specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Indiana. High school students are required to pass the grade 10 ISTEP+ to receive a high school diploma. The goal is for all students to score at the passing level on the test.
Student enrollment:
550
Students per teacher:
21
Full-time teachers:
26
Number of classrooms:
34
Vocational Education
Accounting, Keyboarding/Typing, Phys Ed
Arts
Art
Music
Band, Choral, Orchestra
Fine Arts
Dance, Drama
English
Journalism
Math
Statistics
Advanced Placement
Math, Foreign Language
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Advanced Placement
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Before/After School
"Extended day" programs where the school day is extended before and after school to accommodate working parents. These programs should not be confused with common after school clubs or athletic activities.
Gifted and Talented
A school system may identify 10% to 15% or more of its student population as gifted and talented. A brief description of each area of giftedness or talent as defined by the Office of Gifted and Talented:
general intellectual ability or talent - high intelligence test score (usually two standard deviations above the mean), and high levels of vocabulary, memory, abstract work knowledge and abstract reasoning;
specific academic aptitude or talent in one area such as mathematics or language arts;
creative and productive thinking, the ability to produce new ideas;
leadership ability, the ability to direct individuals or groups to a common decision or action;
visual and performing arts, special talents in visual art, music, dance, drama, or other related studies;
psychomotor ability, such as practical, spatial, mechanical, and physical skills.
Vocation/Technical Curriculum
Vocational and/or technical courses offered within a comprehensive school, usually a senior high school.
Special Education Classes
A school or program within a school that provides services and training to students with moderate to severe mental and/or physical disabilities.
Adult Education Classes
Programs offering GED or equivalent courses for adults within regular schools, whether classes are held during evening or daytime schedules.
English as Second Language
English language classes for students whose first language is not English.
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Gary schools — Emerson School For Visual And Performing Arts is located at 716 E 7th Ave, Gary IN 46402. 716 E 7th Ave is in the 46402 ZIP code in Gary, IN The school district for Emerson School For Visual And Performing Arts is the Gary Cmty School District. Emerson School For Visual And Performing Arts is a Public school that serves grade levels 6 - 12.
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