Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts

BTWHSPVA is heaven for my gifted and talented child who is also ADD. Her scores for standardized tests were always outstanding, but her experience in "traditional" school settings was always a struggle. She was bored by the busywork, unmotivated to excel and misunderstood by most of her teachers. Here, she thrives in an environment filled with talent and creativity. She is excited to go to school for the first time in her life and truly misses it during breaks. Instead of being criticized for her learning differences, she gets support, encouragement, and options for her individual style. From the first day of school, she was warmly welcomed, even by students 3 years older. She is learning, growing as an artist (theater), but also gaining incredible confidence, making loads of friends and maturing into a responsible adult. If your child is artsy - I strongly encourage you to visit this school and consider it for their high school years. We live more than 30 miles away from downtown, but making the drive is the best investment in my child I have ever made.
—Submitted by a parent

I really enjoy attending school now. I have all the resources I need to grow as a musician .I totally recommend this school. Pegasus for life
—Submitted by a student

I WISH THIS WEBSITE HAD MORE STARS THAT I COULD GIVE THIS SCHOOL....ITS ALMOST LIKE WHEN U WALK IN, U INSTANTLY BECOME AN ARTIST....I LOVE THE ENERGY OF THE PEOPLE AND EVERYONE THERE MAKES U FEEL SOOO WELCOME, EVEN IF THEY DONT KNOW YOU...I LOVE THIS SCHOOL WITH ALL MY HEART, AND HOPEFULLY STARTING AUGUST OF THIS YEAR, I CAN OFFICIALLY BE A PART OF THIS COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS...BTWHSPVA FOR LIFE <3

Arts Magnet is by far the greatest school I could ever imagine. I wake up every single morning excited to go to school and ready to grow as an artist. The school defies common high school cliques, and although it is very rigorous and challenging; I am proud to be a student at BTWHSPVA. Everything arts related is by far the best of the best in Dallas if not the country.
—Submitted by a student

Booker T. Washington embraces the child who might not fit in so readily at other schools - it's also not so sports focused. The majority of the student population are extremely talented and hard-working.
—Submitted by a parent

The environment encourages the kids to me more independent, therefore, more responsible for themselves in all aspects of their lives. The opportunity for a deeper study in the Arts is unsurpassed.
—Submitted by a parent

Booker T is Arguably the best arts magnet in the US. The teachers and leadership are great. The atmosphere there is inviting fostering a creative spirit and the instruction is top notch.
—Submitted by a parent

Booker T. is the best in academics and the arts. Who could ask for more in a school?!
—Submitted by a parent

Great teachers, staff. Kids of diversified backgrounds. Lots of openness!
—Submitted by a parent

My daughter is happy to go to school every day. I promise that this would not be the case if she were to attend another school.
—Submitted by a parent

Booker T. is making it possible for my child to be introduced and receive preliminary exposure and training in the field of acting while receiving her high school education
—Submitted by a parent

My Daugther went to the school and had a wonderful time . She went to a wonderful college and it was a great experience because of BT.
—Submitted by a parent

It is an amazing school. Beautiful and it has so much substance! Teachers that care and have been with the school for so long. Excellent scholastic program. My daughter cannot get enough of school. She loves it!
—Submitted by a parent

BTW grooms students for a career in the arts while still ensuring that their academic development is solid. They have created ingenious ways to provide exposure to professionals in their chosen fields as a part of the student's education at no cost to the parents.
—Submitted by a parent

We love the diverse and creative atmosphere. Teachers, students, administrators and parents are all enthusiastic about being there.
—Submitted by a parent

As my son says, the only limit to the opportunities at Booker T is time. The dual curriculum (my son is in theater) is so broad. He is learning to do analytical writing and he is exposed to so many great works, not only in English but in his theater classes as well. The academics are rigorous and he is working hard and loving it. He has been at the school only 2 months and already he is on Student Council, in the film club, in the Free Tibet Club and he had the opportunity to participate in building the set for the first show. He is so passionate and excited about all the amazing classes that he has to look forward to. His senior year will be full, unlike so many other high schools I have heard about. They are already researching colleges and putting together resumes. The school is the perfect fit for my passionate, motivated and intelligent son.
—Submitted by a parent

A great school for smart and talented kids!
—Submitted by a parent

Booker T. Washington High School for the Performing and Visual Arts is a fabulous school!
—Submitted by a parent

This is an awesome school, all the students are so happy to be here they do what it takes to stay, keeping grades up and participating. The teachers are amazing... they really care about the kids and take a personal interest in helping them achieve their dreams.
—Submitted by a parent

The focus on the arts allows the students at BTWHSPVA to explore their full potential. They are so busy learning and having fun that they don't have time to behave badly!
—Submitted by a parent