SWHS Performing Arts Council

Welcome to Southwest Performing Arts

Southwest High School in Minneapolis, Minnesota is well known for its exceptional performing arts curriculum. When a student chooses to become a Southwest Laker, they're presented with a number of opportunities to dive into band, choir, dance, guitar, jazz, orchestra, and theatre.

The Southwest Performing Arts Council is a committed group of parent advocates who partner with the performing arts faculty.

Our Mission: Champion excellence in the performing arts education at Southwest High School. We organize fundraising efforts, build community relationships, and ensure accessibility to all of our students.

Our Vision: A world where public education provides performing arts opportunities for all students to discover their unique gifts, cultivate creativity and imagine new possibilities for their lives.

Our Values:

Creativity - We support opportunities for our students to explore and create meaningful, innovative ideas that engage community and self-expression.
Distinction - We strive to ensure our educators have the resources to instruct at the highest level.
Opportunity - We believe all students deserve equal educational opportunities in the performing arts.
Inclusivity - We champion a community of diverse peoples, practices, and ideas.

Our proud tradition of excellence in performing arts curriculum and programming is directly due to the generosity of parents, alumni, extended family, local businesses, and neighbors. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you for your support!

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