Mission Statement

The music department of Thompson Public Schools fosters inclusive community, appreciation for the arts, music literacy, and whole-child teaching through a vertically aligned curriculum.

The mission of Thompson’s  school district's music department is to foster a vibrant and inclusive musical community that celebrates student choice and engagement, establishes deep connections with our local community, cultivates a profound appreciation for the arts, nurtures music literacy, and embodies a commitment to teaching to the whole child. We strive for vertical alignment from preschool through senior year of high school, ensuring a cohesive and progressive musical journey for every student.

At the core of our mission is the belief in fostering passion and creative choice in every student. We are dedicated to providing diverse opportunities that empower students to take leadership roles in their musical education. Through authentic and experiential learning opportunities, we aim to instill a lifelong love for music and its transformative power.

We envision a music department where students actively participate in shaping their musical experiences, allowing them to explore a wide array of musical genres and styles. By valuing student voice and choice, we encourage individual expression, collaboration, and personal growth.

Our commitment extends beyond the classroom, establishing strong connections with our local community. We seek to create meaningful partnerships that enrich our students' musical journey and provide authentic performance opportunities, community outreach, and exposure to diverse cultural perspectives through music.

Music literacy is fundamental in our curriculum, ensuring that students develop comprehensive skills in music theory, composition, performance, and appreciation. We aim to equip students with the necessary tools to become versatile and informed musicians.

In line with our holistic approach, we embrace teaching to the whole child by integrating social-emotional learning, critical thinking, and creativity into every aspect of our musical instruction. We recognize the power of music in nurturing not only artistic skills but also in developing empathy, resilience, and confidence.

Through vertical alignment across all levels of education, our music department creates a seamless progression, building upon foundational skills and knowledge from early childhood to high school graduation. This alignment ensures a cohesive musical experience, allowing students to grow and flourish at each stage of their musical development.

In summary, our mission is to cultivate a dynamic, student-centered, and inclusive musical environment that ignites passion, celebrates creative choice, promotes student leadership, provides authentic learning opportunities, and establishes enduring connections within our community, fostering a lifelong appreciation for the arts.