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Pine Forest Elementary
Pine Forest Elementary
We are the only elementary magnet school for the arts in Jacksonville and the perfect magnet for students to begin exploring a plethora of artistic disciplines alongside engaging and constructive academics.
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Pine Forest Elementary
We are the only elementary magnet school for the arts in Jacksonville and the perfect magnet for students to begin exploring a plethora of artistic disciplines alongside engaging and constructive academics.
Engaging Students in the Arts and Academics
Pine Forest School of the Arts prides itself on being Duval County’s only dedicated elementary magnet for visual and performing arts. Students explore dance, music, theatre, and visual art through daily instruction integrated with core academics. Whether discovering new talents or deepening existing ones, every child is supported to grow creatively and confidently. With program continuity to LaVilla and Fort Caroline School of the Arts, Pine Forest lays a strong foundation for future success in the arts.
Art and Discipline
At Pine Forest, art is at the heart of learning. From Dance, Music, Strings, Theatre, and Visual Arts to daily enrichment, every child explores creativity while building confidence, discipline, and critical thinking. Our close-knit, family-oriented community makes school feel like home—a place where traditions are celebrated, friendships thrive, and every child feels part of something special.
Art Enriching Academics
Families love Pine Forest for its welcoming, family-centered atmosphere that celebrates both tradition and creativity. From shared celebrations to lasting connections, our community thrives on togetherness. With expressive, adaptive, and unconventional learning, children enjoy unparalleled arts instruction woven into daily academics—building confidence, curiosity, and a strong sense of belonging.
Advanced Arts Areas
In 4th and 5th grade, students can audition for an Advanced Arts area, giving them the chance to dive deeper into their passion. Once placed, they work with their Advanced Arts teacher throughout our 6-day rotation cycle and enjoy an extra day of focused instruction. During the school day, Pine Forest students dedicate a minimum of 200 minutes each week to growing their skills and talent in their chosen art form.
Pine Forest Elementary
Strings
All K–5 students receive strings instruction as part of their arts resource time. K-2 students receive instruction in violin, and 3-5 students learn violin, viola, cello, and bass.
Visual Arts
Designed to foster skills required to learn and apply the elements and principles of design in addition to developing art history appreciation
Dance
Dance instruction that includes creative movement, ballet, modern, improvisation, and choreography
Music
Offers general music classes, Orff, percussion, as well as vocal and instrumental performance groups
Theater
Class instruction includes basic acting skills, improvisation, vocal production, and script writing
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