Waxahachie ISD emphasizes the importance of the
arts and encourages a strong performing and
visual arts program at all levels. WISD provides
a comprehensive arts education in the four arts
disciplines: dance, music, theatre and visual
arts. We invite you to attend our performances
and visual art shows.
Dance
WNGA Maidens Cherokee Charmers
Music
WISD boasts award-winning choral and
instrumental programs. Through preparation and
performance, students learn musical skills such
as interpretation, pedagogy and basic theory. In
addition, a wide variety of musical genres
encompassing many historical periods and
cultures are explored.
Theatre
WISD offers a well-rounded theatre curriculum.
Waxahachie High School theatre curriculum
includes Introduction to Theatre, Acting,
Directing, Dramatic Design, Children’s Theatre,
Dramatic Literature-World Survey and 20th
Century, and Theatre Production.
Visual Arts
WISD art curriculum is conceptually based and
sequentially developed. It focuses on aesthetics
and art history, along with studio production.