The impact of music education on children is profound.

Music does more than just make sounds, it changes the way we think and act. The skills your child will learn in music will help them be successful on the stage, in the classroom, and for the rest of their lives.

of admissions officers of the nation's major universities say high school credit and achievement in the arts are significant considerations for admission.

points scored higher on the SAT for students involved in public school music programs according to the College Entrance Examination Board.

Lewis Thomas, physician and biologist, found that music majors comprise the highest percentage of accepted medical students.

of respondents (Gallup Poll), believe music is part of a well-rounded education and should be offered as part of the regular curriculum in schools.

What is Band?

Message from the director:

Parents and students, I'd like to personally invite you to join the St. Francis of Assisi Band Program! We are accepting new band members from grades 4 thru 8. It's never too late to learn to play an instrument! Studying music, and especially making music with others, can have a profound impact on a student's academic success and social well being. They learn an amazing art form, develop life skills, and have fun doing it! The videos on this page can help a student choose an instrument, but ultimately, it should be their choice! PLEASE NOTE - The instruments being taught to Beginners are: Flute, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Trumpet, Trombone, and Percussion. (Other band instruments may be an option under certain conditions; email jroskos@stfas.org for more info) Best wishes! - Mr. Roskos

Students who participate in music have the lowest levels of current and lifelong use of alcohol, tobacco, and illicit drugs among any group in our society.

H. Con. Res 266 United States Senate, June 2000

Students taking courses in music performance and music appreciation scored higher in the SAT than students with no arts participation.

College Entrance Examination Board College-Bound Seniors National Report

Schools that have music programs have significantly higher graduation rates than those without music programs (90.2 percent compared to 72.9 percent).

U.S. Department of Education NELLS88 Database