Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts empowers students through a vibrant arts curriculum combined with rich academics to foster opportunities and build a community where
creativity thrives and students make a lasting impact on and off the stage.

Our Mission

Our Vision

Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts is an inclusive environment that values academic rigor and creativity in performing arts instruction.

Core Values

Salt Lake School for the Performing Arts is a unique, high-quality educational program that develops responsible, independent and creative young adults through excellence in teaching, learning and community engagement.

​Through mutual respect and commitment:

  • A strong academic program unlocks and supports the artistic potential of students.

  • Students learn best in an engaging and collaborative environment, within a framework of high standards, supporting teacher and student outcomes while promoting independent thinking.

  • SPA graduates are prepared for post high school academic and professional pursuits through college and career readiness.

  • Students develop personal and social responsibilities through the discovery of their unique strengths, talents and their potential to make a positive difference in society.

  • Learning involves embracing challenges and being willing to take risks through multi-tiered interventions.

  • Education is a team effort involving students, families, teachers, and the community.

  • Students who are actively supported by family and friends achieve higher levels of performance.  

  • Best practices are driven through data analysis.