To us, these are more than just words. These are the guiding principles that define who we are and what we give every student who attends Pine Forest School of the Arts. Because we are a fully dedicated Magnet School, all of our students are part of the magnet program; this allows us to successfully combine a superior, standards-based academic curriculum with an entirely arts-based learning environment.Our exceptionally dedicated faculty members guide and direct our students to excel in all facets of their elementary academic education. A focused commitment to the arts allows Pine Forest magnet students to truly explore, develop and hone their personal artistic interest and talent within an academically superior setting.Every day is an adventure in learning at PineForest, where children are given the opportunity to cultivate and express their artistic and academic potential in a caring and nurturing environment.In an arts-based educational environment, students are better able to develop self-reliance and critical-thinking skills as they amplify their arts knowledge and talents through weekly instruction. 

Our programs include: 

DANCE - Instruction includes creative movement, ballet, modern, improvisation and choreography. All students wear dance attire to dance classes. 

MUSIC - All students receive instruction in a general music class. This includes singing, playing instruments and creating music. Chorus is offered to eligible 4th and 5th graders during the school day.

DRAMA - Class instruction includes basic through advanced acting skills, improvisation and script writing. Also included is the development of proper audience etiquette, articulation and vocal projection as well as strategies for building self-confidence.

VISUAL ARTS - Our comprehensive art program is designed to develop skills required to learn and apply the elements and principles of art.

STRINGS - Eligible 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students can elect to take strings class. Instruments include violin, viola, cello and bass. Creativity. Learning. Artistry. Achievement. Self-expression. Knowledge.

ADDITIONAL SCHOOL ACTIVITIES UNIQUE TO PINE FOREST:

• Full scale musical productions

• A student-produced annual arts festival

• Professional guest artists visit the schoolto perform and interact with students

• Student performances and toursaround Jacksonville

• Collaborative programs with LaVilla andDouglas Anderson School of the Arts

• Multiple field trips and participation incity-wide cultural events

• After-school art enrichment

• After-school dance ensemble

• Active parent involvement volunteercorps program 

Enrollment Information: Pine Forest is a dedicated magnet school.Every child who attends the school must apply through the Duval County magnet lottery system.The primary entry point is kindergarten; seats are limited at other grade levels. Applications must be received in the magnet office by the deadline. Pine Forest graduates receive a priority for admission to LaVilla School of the Arts.