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A young child in a red shirt is holding a large orange pumpkin in a field with hay bales and other decorations, surrounded by people in the background.

Admissions

Thayne Dibble
Director of Compliance
String Theory Schools

Admissions is now open for Philadelphia Performing Arts and Arts and Sciences for the 2024-2025 school year! For new students interested in applying for the fall (this includes siblings of currently enrolled students!) the application deadlines are in January. Remember, only new students need to apply. Here is how the admission process works at each school:

Philadelphia Performing Arts:

  • Acceptance into the school is based on a lottery
  • Students not accepted from the lottery are placed on a waitlist
  • Deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 school year is January 31, 2024
  • Each new student must submit a lottery application by the deadline to be entered into the lottery
  • Lottery applications submitted after the lottery will be added to the bottom of the waitlist
  • Click HERE to learn more and submit a lottery application

Arts and Sciences:

  • Acceptance into the school is based on catchment area and available seats
  • Admissions is rolling, there is NO lottery
  • Deadline to apply for the 2024-2025 school year is January 22, 2024
  • Click HERE to learn more and submit an enrollment application

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Fall Festival

Arts and sciences

The Annual Arts and Sciences Fall Festival celebrates all things fall! Our youngest students were invited to head outside and pick pumpkins in the A&S pumpkin patch. Yes, you read that right! Each year Arts and Sciences transforms the outdoor green space into a pumpkin patch complete with hay bales and "tractor rides" on the school's mini John Deere. This wonderful tradition was started by String Theory's very own Director of Facilities, Matt Wasco,  back when he was the head of facilities at Arts and Sciences. Thank you to our team at Arts and Sciences for making this event so memorable for our students! 

Two people, a woman and a child, are sitting in chairs on a bed of straw in front of a brick building. The background includes various decorative elements, such as a structure made of balloons.
A young boy in a green costume is holding an orange pumpkin in front of a spooky Halloween-themed background with bats, trees, and a haunted house.
A man in casual clothing is sitting on a green lawn mower in front of a fenced area with various objects in the background.
A group of people, including children, are seated on a tractor in a grassy outdoor area surrounded by a fence.
The image shows a woman with purple hair embracing a young boy in a plaid shirt, with a group of people in the background and a fenced-in area in the outdoor setting.
A young girl with braided hair is holding a large orange pumpkin and smiling brightly, with a fenced yard and people in the background.
A young boy in a yellow jacket is holding a large orange pumpkin in front of a spooky Halloween-themed background with a castle, bats, and a haunting atmosphere.
The image shows a woman with curly black hair embracing two young children, one of whom is smiling and the other is making a silly face, all standing in front of a brick building.
Two young girls, one with a white shirt and the other with a patterned shirt, are standing in front of a wooden table with pumpkins on it. In the background, there is a metal fence and a grassy area.

Halloween Celebrations

Philadelphia performing arts & Arts and sciences

Our schools went all out this spooky season! From trunk or treating to staff costume contests, each building held fun-filled, Halloween themed events for students and faculty. 

Trunk or Treating at A&S

 

A group of children in colorful costumes, including superheroes and other characters, standing on the steps of a brick building with large windows.
A group of young people, dressed in various colorful and creative outfits, are gathered in what appears to be a school or office setting with a tiled ceiling and walls.
A group of children and adults in colorful costumes and t-shirts stand together in a hallway with a glass block wall in the background.
Two women dressed in elaborate costumes, one in a pink tulle dress and the other in a gray and black witch-like outfit, stand in what appears to be a classroom or educational setting, with shelves and other classroom items visible in the background.
A young child dressed in a cow costume holding a Halloween candy bucket stands in front of a window.
A person wearing a pizza costume and a dog wearing a duck costume are posing together in a room with a fireplace and other home furnishings.
A person wearing a costume resembling a large bag of Flamin' Hot Cheetos snacks, standing in what appears to be an indoor setting with a door visible in the background.
A group of people dressed in various costumes, including a Mario character, posing together in a classroom setting with a bulletin board and clock visible in the background.
A group of children dressed in Halloween costumes, including a girl in a white princess dress, are walking along a sidewalk in front of a building with a pink and gray exterior.
A large group of people wearing colorful and vibrant outfits, posing together in front of a brick building with various signs and decorations.
A group of people dressed in colorful, vibrant costumes are posing and interacting in front of a brick building with the word %22MISSION%22 displayed prominently.
Two individuals are dressed in costume, with one wearing a green outfit resembling a frog and the other wearing a red hat and a black and white outfit. The background appears to be an indoor setting, possibly a hallway or office space.
A man is holding a large pencil in front of a classroom door with the number %22524%22 displayed.

Student and Staff Costumes at PPA

Student Spotlight: David Kozyrkov

PPA, Vine street campus

We are proud to be an organization that fosters students talents and interests, and gives them space for self expression. Student David Kozyrkov  arrived at Performing Arts, Vine Street Campus, last year after being forced to leave Ukraine because of the ongoing conflict. David showcases his musical talents in this self-produced music video that features him performing a song he wrote. The lyrics of his song are based on letters written by his dear friend who is still in Ukraine and currently serving as a solider on the front lines. 

Unity Day

PPA, East Campus & West Campus

Unity Day is an event to recognize National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. Students wore orange to unite for kindness, acceptance, and inclusion to prevent students being bullied. PPA East and West participate in Unity Day each year and gather together to show their dedication to creating a school community of caring. Shout out to our school counselors for organizing this important event!

Two people, a woman and a child, are standing on steps holding a sign that says %22Unity Day United for Kindness Acceptance Inclusion%22 while smiling and wearing sunglasses. The background shows a street with parked cars.

Fifth Grade Ambassadors

PPA, West Campus

Congratulations to the newest group of Fifth Grade Ambassadors at the West Campus! These students exemplify the mission of the school through their hard work, thoughtful actions, and dedication to making the school a welcoming place for all.

 

Hispanic Heritage Month Performance

ARTS AND SCIENCES

Arts and Sciences music and ballet majors joined together with guest artists for a special performance in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month. 

Guest Artist: Sara Michaels

PPA, West campus

Jazz vocalist Sara Michaels visited 5th grade Vocal Majors to perform her new song "When the World Gets Better". She was accompanied by Guitarist E. Shawn Qaissauncee  and bassist Jason Fraticelli. Ms. Michaels spoke with the students about songwriting and the important messages that can be shared through music. Students shared their thoughts and performed their own song, "Be the Change".

A large group of young people, mostly women, wearing red and navy uniforms, posing together in what appears to be a classroom or school setting, with various decorations and posters visible in the background.
A group of children wearing red uniforms are seated in a classroom, some holding tablets, and appear to be applauding or participating in an activity.
Three individuals, two men and one woman, are standing together in what appears to be a music studio or classroom setting. The background features colorful artwork and musical notes, suggesting a creative and artistic environment.
A group of musicians, including a guitarist and a vocalist, performing in a classroom setting with colorful decorations and a projection screen in the background.
The image is a colorful and vibrant collage featuring various artistic elements, including musical notes, hearts, and the words %22Creative Love Ben%22. The background is a bright blue color, providing a striking contrast to the diverse array of patterns and designs in the foreground.