Magnet Information

    As an Inspirations school, Brentwood Elementary is THE preparatory program for the very successful LaVilla School of the Arts middle school.  Although other elementary arts magnet schools will continue, Brentwood is distinguished by offering all the same nine arts areas that are offered at LaVilla:  band, chorus, dance, drama, piano, orchestra, guitar, creative writing and visual arts.  Brentwood offers an integrated arts program with experienced, supportive teachers in a small school setting.  

Where Arts Inspire Excellence

We provide all students with an exciting opportunity to develop their artistic, dramatic and musical talents while pursuing an arts integrated curriculum designed to foster academic success. Our highly specialized faculty helps provide an aesthetic environment that enhances the creative and academic growth of our students.

Growth Through Creativity

The staff and faculty of Brentwood Elementary are dedicated to the belief that students can achieve their highest potential through an integrated arts curriculum. In addition to traditional academic subjects, our Magnet Program includes:

• Drama Principles of drama and theatre language, acting, directing, critiquing and play analysis

• Dance Modern dance, ballet, and stage movement

• Visual Art Drawing, painting, sculpture, ceramics

• Music Orff percussion instruments, Yamaha keyboards, chorus, vocal ensembles, band, guitar, and violin.

ARTS CONNECTIONS with the CUMMER MUSEUM and JMOCA -As the result of generous grants all our students have the opportunity to attend field trips to the Cummer Museum of Art and Gardens and the Jacksonville Museum of Contemporary Art.