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Unlocking Creativity and Innovation: FVSD Celebrates Arts in Education Week

VAPA Team
From September 13 to 18, 2026, Fountain Valley School District is proudly joining schools nationwide to celebrate National Arts in Education Week, which is a dedicated time to recognize the transformative power of visual and performing arts in public education. Artistic expression is an essential component of a well-rounded education. Through music, visual art, theater, and movement, FVSD students develop critical thinking, self-confidence, collaboration, and creative problem-solving skills that serve them well beyond the classroom.

This dynamic learning experience is made possible by our extraordinary arts educators across the district. At the elementary level, our elementary music teachers and VAPA itinerant teachers introduce young learners to foundational rhythm, melody, movement, and visual arts. As students transition to middle school, their opportunities expand through dedicated band and orchestra directors who instill discipline and teamwork, middle school choir directors who guide vocalists in harmony, and middle school drama teachers who empower students to find their voice, build empathy, and shine on stage.

Strike Up the Band! Masuda Middle School Wins $10,000 Grant for Music Program

Philharmonic big check for Masuda Band and Orchestra
Music is ringing a little louder at Masuda Middle School thanks to a major grant award from the Philharmonic Society of Orange County.

Back in January, Masuda Band and Orchestra Director Mr. Rob Covacevich (affectionately known to students as Mr. C) submitted a proposal for the Philharmonic Society’s Strike Up the Band grant program. Designed to support and enhance K-12 school music programs across Orange County, the competitive grant program attracted 52 applications this cycle. Masuda’s submission stood out among the rest, landing one of just 13 coveted $10,000 grant awards.

Fulton 7th Graders Bring Creativity and Competition to Paper Challenge

students measuring with paper chain
Fulton Middle School 7th graders in Mr. Vosough's classes put their engineering, teamwork, and competitive spirit to the test during a hands-on paper airplane and paper chain challenge. Class periods went head-to-head in a friendly tournament to determine which team could craft the most effective designs and earn ultimate bragging rights.

High Attendance and Smiling Faces Highlight Elementary Back to School Night

Teacher at front of class talking to families
Elementary Back to School Night brought huge crowds, warm energy, and vibrant classroom displays to all seven of our FVSD elementary campuses last Thursday evening, September 3. Parents and guardians gathered for this adults-only event to meet their children's teachers, explore learning spaces, and gain firsthand insight into the academic routines and innovative programs shaping elementary education this year.

Picture Day

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Time: 8:45 AM – 12:45 PM
Location: E 7
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