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# The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts

The School District of Philadelphia

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## Posts

- [CAPA BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT](https://capa.philasd.org/2026/09/16/capa-back-to-school-night/) - 6PM - 8PM THURDAY SEPTEMBER 17TH

## Pages

- [The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts - Home](https://capa.philasd.org/) - Our Mission The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts prepares students to be college and career ready by providing a rigorous academic and creative experience that allows talented students to deeply explore artistic skill sets and scholarly disciplines in a diverse, inclusive and safe environment. Committed to Excellence The transformative learning experiences at
- [Welcome to the Counselor's Corner](https://capa.philasd.org/counselor-page/) - EMAIL MRS. WHITE : amwhite@philasd.org MRS. HIRSCHFIELD: kbhirschfield@philasd.org CAPA ADMISSIONS & ENROLLMENT INFO F24 Philly Foster Care to College Financial Aid Basics for Foster Youth & Resource Parents
- [Admissions](https://capa.philasd.org/admissions/) - The Philadelphia High School for Creative and Performing Arts (CAPA) is a criterion-based school. Qualifying criteria include: As, Bs, and ONE C, 90% attendance or higher, and qualifying PSSA scores (minimum of 50% Math and 50% in ELA). Students MUST have standardized test scores. Students who plan to apply to criteria-based schools but do not
- [Admissions Phase 2: Auditions](https://capa.philasd.org/about-us/admissions-phase-2-auditions/) - Prospective students and their families: We know that you can see whether your child has been deemed eligible or ineligible for CAPA, based on the evaluation of academic records done by SDP Central Offices. We have no control over that decision-making and advise you email appealsoffice@philasd.org if you feel that there is an error, after reviewing our
- [CAPA Majors](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-majors/) - CAPA ARTS Audition Requirements A Vibrant Learning Environment that allows you to express yourself and do what you love to do. ​Click the links in the sidebar to learn more about majors at CAPA! At The Philadelphia High School For Creative & Performing Arts, you’ll find the creative and comfortable learning atmosphere you have been
- [Students](https://capa.philasd.org/students/)
- [Parents](https://capa.philasd.org/parents/) - PRINCIPAL NEWSLETTER CAPA SCHOOL PARENT COMPACT 26-27 CAPA Parent and Family Engagement Policy 2026-27 Parent Engagement Survey – Please Complete Star Assessment Home Connect Information ATTENTION PARENTS–Please read this letter regarding important ACT 158 graduation information CAPA Act 158 Graduation Requirements Parent Letter Attention families: The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), a Federal law, requires
- [VOCAL MUSIC](https://capa.philasd.org/vocal-music/) - WELCOME TO THE VOCAL MUSIC DEPARTMENT Vocal courses at CAPA are designed to be a college/career preparatory experience meant to: Develop the student’s vocal technique, range, and placement Achieve musical literacy from the very onset of instruction Develop the student’s skill in sight reading and solfeggio Expand upon student’s knowledge of choral repertoire, genres, and
- [CAPA Athletics](https://capa.philasd.org/students/capa-sports-page/) - CAPA Athletics is committed to providing a positive, challenging, competitive, and fair athletic experience that emphasizes the CAPA principles coupled with personal integrity, sportsmanship, wellness, and fulfillment of the student athlete’s potential. We strive to make athletic participation an environment that sparks a lifelong appreciation for competition, exercise, discipline, teamwork, perseverance, and the pursuit of
- [CAPA School Wide Calendar](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-school-wide-calendar/)
- [School Advisory Council](https://capa.philasd.org/school-advisory-council/) - Welcome to CAPA’s School Advisory Council (SAC) CAPA’s School Advisory Council (SAC) is a collaborative and inclusive group of parents, teachers, administrators, students, and community members. The Council meets throughout the year to strengthen school–community communication, and, as part of its work, review school budgets and policies, assess program effectiveness, and provide input and recommendations
- [Policies](https://capa.philasd.org/policies/)
- [CAPA HSA](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-home-and-school/) - WELCOME TO THE CAPA HSA (Home and School Association) MORE INFORMATION COMING SOON
- [Freshman Information](https://capa.philasd.org/freshman-information/) - On June 16th at 10 am there will be a New Student Orientation at CAPA for the parents of incoming students who did not attend the March 10th Orientation. FRESHMAN ADMISSIONS PACKET WELCOME TO CAPA -- mandatory meeting for all incoming Freshmen, August 17, 2026 at CAPA Students will receive: Lockers IDs Schedules Please bring
- [AP TESTING INFORMATION](https://capa.philasd.org/ap-testing-information/) - AP TESTING INFORMATION Letter to Parents May, 2026 Keystone Letter conduct and calculator
- [Keystone Testing Info](https://capa.philasd.org/keystone-testing-info/) - Who: Any eligible re-tester based on previous scores in 9th -12th grade or those who have COMPLETED Algebra 1, Sophomore Literature, or Biology and have not taken the Keystone yet. All students eligible to test will receive a letter, but if any student wants to know if they are testing, please email Ms. McAllister, CAPA testing coordinator: jhmcallister@philasd.org
- [MDTV - Digital Media Production](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-majors/mdtv-digital-media-production/) - Welcome to CAPA MDTV (Media Design Television and Video) We are a PA State accredited CTE (Career and Technical Education) Program called Digital Media Production Check out links in the side bar to the right to learn all about CAPA MDTV PROGRAM OVERVIEW The CAPA MDTV program is a PA state accredited CTE program that
- [MISC INFO](https://capa.philasd.org/misc-info/) - Ninth grade will be taking PSAT 8/9 10th through 11th will be taking PSAT/NMSQT Seniors will come to school in a modified schedule on October 15 TBD There is no cost to the families. Please direct any questions to Jen McAllister jhmcallister@philasd.org
- [Theater](https://capa.philasd.org/theater/) - WELCOME TO THE CAPA THEATER DEPARTMENTA CAPA Theater student is a person who has a passion for and an interest in live performance and an eagerness to learn about all aspects of theater. During their four years at CAPA, Theater students train in 5 different areas: Acting,Script, Analysis, Writing, Technical Theater, and the Business of
- [INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC](https://capa.philasd.org/instrumental-music/) - WELCOME TO THE INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PROGRAM The Instrumental Music program at CAPA gives a musical outlet for the best high school musicians from across the city of Philadelphia. We offer full orchestra, string orchestra, concert band and jazz ensemble. Our students participate in programs and ensembles such as the All City High School Festival, the
- [DANCE MAJOR](https://capa.philasd.org/dance-major/) - WELCOME TO THE CAPA DANCE DEPARTMENT The Dance Major at CAPA is a place for passionate movers, storytellers, and artists who want to bring their creativity to life through dance. Students are challenged to grow not only in technique through ballet, modern, jazz and more but also as performers and choreographers who use movement as
- [VISUAL ARTS](https://capa.philasd.org/visual-arts/) - Capa’s magnet high school's arts curriculum provides a rigorous, interdisciplinary program that balances hands-on studio practice with critical thinking, art history and experiences in aesthetics development. Students explore a wide range of media in drawing, painting, and sculpture, while also developing their ability to reflect on, critique, and articulate the meaning behind their work. Visual Arts
- [Creative Writing](https://capa.philasd.org/creative-writing/) - The Creative Writing Department at CAPA is dedicated to developing the next generation of literary artists. We provide a nurturing environment where young writers can reach their full artistic potential as wordsmiths, journalists, truth-tellers, poets, and performers. Our program is designed for students who are passionate about writing in their free time, whether they're drafting
- [Report Cards](https://capa.philasd.org/interim-reports/) - Term 3 Report Card Conferences will be held on Thursday, MARCH 27th and Friday, MARCH 28sTH from 12:30pm - 3:00pm. Report Card Conferences will be offered virtually and in-person to our parents Use the following link to sign up for conference sessions with your child's teacher(s) - SIGN UP GENIUS CAPA Report Card Conference Meeting Links Meeting
- [Spring Musical](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-2018-musical/) - THE WIZ SHOW DATES MARCH 27, 28, 29, 30 2025 Dress Rehearsal March 26th PURCHASE TICKETS HERE HELP FUND The Wiz: Shout out your favorite student with an advertisement in the program for The Wiz! Click here to learn more. Producing a musical costs CAPA over $50,000, none of which is funded by the district.
- [](https://capa.philasd.org/about-us/at-a-glance/) - CREATIVE AND PERFORMING ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (CAPA)At a Glance Principal Alonzo Fulton, Principal | E-mail Phone: 215-400-8140 Fax: 215-400-8141 Student Enrollment: 670 Address: 901 S. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19147 SEPTA Routes: Broad Street Subway, Bus Routes 4, 27, 32 Mission & Approach to Learning The mission of the High School for Creative and Performing
- [School Nurse](https://capa.philasd.org/school-nurse/) - We hope you and your student are keeping healthy and safe during this time. We miss you and look forward to you being ready for another school year in whatever form it takes. Please be sure to make your student’s Well Child Visit appointment now to ensure that their immunizations are up to date before
- [PROM INFO](https://capa.philasd.org/prom-info/) - Junior Prom: Fitler Club at 24 S 24th St Philadelphia June 7th 2024 Ticket Price $85 Can be purchased at SchoolCashOnline.com: Welcome Cash or Money order payable to CAPADrop off to Mr. Corona in the main office Tuesdays after school
- [CAPA GRADUATION](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-graduation/) - CLASS OF 2024 Miller Theater (250 S Broad St.) June 12th, 2024, at Noon Doors open 11:30 AM Graduates report at 11:00 AM 7 Tickets per studentMore can be requested if needed Graduation Fee $300 Pay at SchoolCashOnline.com: Welcome or by Money Order
- [CAPA EVENTS](https://capa.philasd.org/orientation-information/) - MAY 5/14: AP Testing 5/15: AP Testing 5/16: Keystone 5/17: Keystone; Senior Prom 5/20: Keystone 5/21: Keystone; Theater 3 3:15-5:15 Rm 109, Concert Band 6-8PM 5/22: Keystone; Theater 3 6-8PM Rm 109 5/23: Keystone; Theater 4 6-8PM 5/24: Keystone Make-up 5/27: Memorial Day - School Closed 5/29: Chamber Group 3:30-5:30 Band Rm; Jazz Concert 6-8PM
- [NHS](https://capa.philasd.org/nhs/) - Students interested in becoming a new National Honor Society member for the 24-25 school year should come to the library on May 13, 2024 at 3:15 pm to write their application essay and for their interview. Potential applicants should have a GPA of 3.8 or higher Good Attendance No disciplinary actions Calling all CAPA students! The National
- [ZOOM INFORMATION HSA](https://capa.philasd.org/zoom-information/) - 5/6 CAPA Phans Meeting 7:30 Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84069303167?pwd=cFpwd0JBcVZVcW1MblNoeE5aR1JzZz09 Meeting ID: 840 6930 316
- [ZOOM LINKS MISC](https://capa.philasd.org/fasfa-zoom/) - CAPA will hold our annual Spring Title I meeting on Wednesday, April 17, 2024@ 7pm via zoom Sincerely, Principal Melendez https://philasd-org.zoom.us/j/4715902435?pwd=cnVUOFVwQThXano1WW5aeU1WQjZEUT09 Meeting ID: 471 590 2435 Passcode: CAPA
- [Senior Parent/Guardian Night](https://capa.philasd.org/senior-parent-guardian-night/) - Senior Parent/Guardian Night Wednesday 10-25 @6pm VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM AGENDA Topic: Senior Parent/Guardian Night Join Zoom Meeting: https://philasd-org.zoom.us/j/81570828952?pwd=bkFFQkRTSzNSTFJPUDNldjUrWTJWQT09 Meeting ID: 876 8766 1417 Passcode: Capasenior One tap mobile +12678310333,,87687661417# US (Philadelphia) Dial by your location +1 267 831 0333 US (Philadelphia) Meeting ID: 876 8766 1417 Find your local number: https://philasd-org.zoom.us/u/kt35RFKWz
- [CAPA Extra Curricular CLUBS](https://capa.philasd.org/students/capa-extra-curricular-clubs/) - Coming Soon for SY 23-24
- [CAPA ALUMNI](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-alumni/) - NOTABLE INDUSTRY ALUMNI Quest Love and Black Thought (The Roots) Boyz To Men Jazmine Sullivan Leslie Odem Jr. (Hamilton) Christian McBride (Jazz Bassist and Composer) Bianca Ryan (America’s Got Talent) Jerrie Johnson (Harlem) Bret Gray (On My Block) Mitchell Edwards (All American) Joey DeFrancesco (Jazz Musician) Karen Slack (Actress) Shafiq Hicks (Theater Actor) Clayton Prince
- [Orientation](https://capa.philasd.org/orientation/) - The Orientation for all New Students will be held Thursday, August 31st, 9 am-12pm. HSA meeting for parents on the day of the New Student Orientation - Thursday, August 31, 2023 from 9-11:30am. It is an orientation for students only, not parents/families. We suggest your student travel the way they plan for the first day of
- [SUMMER READING](https://capa.philasd.org/summer-reading/) - Students, all English classes have summer reading. Here is the Summer reading list. The Google Classroom for Summer assignments for all AP and Spanish 2 & 3 classes can all be found by joining this Googlc Class with thr code: brl3e5v (all lowercase). If you check the Classwork tab, you'll see all of the AP classes and Spanish 2 & 3 assignments
- [Algebra Placement](https://capa.philasd.org/city-life-clinic/) - All incoming 9th graders that have not taken and passed Algebra 1 in the 8th grade are required to take a math placement test on EITHER Tuesday, June 6 @ 5:30 pm OR Wednesday, June 7 @ 1:30. This is not designed to create any anxiety or stress. The placement test is offered so that
- [Star Assessment](https://capa.philasd.org/star-assessment/) - Good Morning Star Champions, Ahead of Parent/Teacher Conferences, we wanted to share with you a new flyer we created to help support families in signing up for Star Home Connect. For those who are not familiar, Home Connect is a feature that allows parents to sign up for email updates regarding their student's Star performance. Every
- [Health and Safety](https://capa.philasd.org/health-and-safety/) - As we know, there are many viruses and other illnesses that are circulating through our city at this time. Please DO NOT send your student to if they have a high fever, or are showing any symptoms that could be contagious to others. For information related to illnesses and the school district's protocols, use this link
- [Open House Tours](https://capa.philasd.org/open-house-tours/) - CAPA Open House Tours Please note CAPA does not offer one to one shadow visits. These tours allow for students and families to see what happens at CAPA during a school day. You do not need to RSVP to these in person Open Houses, but students should be accompanied by an adult. Tuesday October 10/11,
- [BTS Night](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-incoming-student-parent-info/) - Back to School Night - Wednesday, September 14th 6 pm - 8 pm IN PERSON AT CAPA Meet your child's teachers - Parents will follow their own child's roster. Please bring a copy of the roster with you! Need Help logging in to the parent portal - CLICK HERE for all information regarding the Parent Portal.
- [TITLE 1 INFORMATION](https://capa.philasd.org/title-1-information/) - 2020 School Parent Compact 2022-23 2020, Compact, Spanish 2020, PFEP Spanish 2022-23 Key Deadlines for Schools CAPA PFEP, signed ESSA Log FY 22-23 FY23 RTK Spanish FY23 RTK English
- [EARLY RELEASE FOR SENIOR YEAR INFO!!!!](https://capa.philasd.org/fafsa-night/) - EARLY RELEASE FOR SENIOR YEAR INFO!!!! Rising Seniors who have opted into Early Release: The form is now available for your parent or guardian to COME TO CAPA to sign. They must come here to sign in person by the end of May. Please remind them to have a valid ID. The form will be
- [Survey](https://capa.philasd.org/survey/) - District-Wide Surveys Open! - Parents/guardians can take the survey in their portal or using this link: philasd.org/parentsurvey - Students in grades 3 and up can take the survey in their portal or using this link: philasd.org/studentsurvey - School-based staff can take the survey by clicking the title in their employee portal. Translated flyers and additional
- [COVID INFORMATION PAGE](https://capa.philasd.org/covid-information-page/) - FAQS: This document is meant to assist you in many of the rules and policies related to Covid related issues. Copy of general letter 9_20-21 COVID-19 Student Testing Consent Form 2019-COVID-19 -factsheet CAPA VACCINE CLINIC Mar 22ND CAPA VACCINE CLINIC Mar 1ST
- [From The Principal](https://capa.philasd.org/from-the-principal/) - Hi everyone, I hope you are all enjoying your summer. I am sending out this important message with what I know at this point in time, as we begin to plan to reopen in the fall. I want to STRONGLY encourage all students to get a vaccination so we are safe to return to our full
- [CAPA MONTHLY CALENDER](https://capa.philasd.org/capa-monthly-calender/) - CAPA MONTHLY CALENDAR - SEPTEMBER TO JANUARY 2020
- [About Us](https://capa.philasd.org/about-us/) - At The Philadelphia High School For Creative & Performing Arts, you’ll find the inclusive, diverse and comfortable learning environment you have been hoping for in a high school experience. Located in South Philadelphia along the Avenue of the Arts, our school prides itself as a college preparatory program that nurtures the aspirations of students within an academic and
- [Search Results](https://capa.philasd.org/search-results/)

## Alerts

- [9th GRADE ORIENTATION](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/3583/)
- [AP Testing Information](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/ap-testing-information/)
- [Quarter 3 Report Card Conferences](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/report-card/)
- [Testing](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/psat-testing/)
- [CAPA AUDITIONS](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/2110/)
- [Back to School Night](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/back-to-school-night/)
- [CAPA PHANS](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/capa-phans/)
- [Potential Relocation](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/potential-relocation/)
- [](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/2832/)
- [CAPA'S GOT TALENT](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/capas-got-talent/)
- [Senior Parent Virtual Meeting](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/sr-parent-night/)
- [K-12 Philly High School Fair](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/k-12-philly-high-school-fair/)
- [](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/2442/)
- [Counsler](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/summer-school-broken-ac/)
- [***Attention: Make Up Keystone Testing is Tuesday 1/10 through Friday 1/13)***](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/attention-make-up-keystone-testing-is-tuesday-1-10-through-friday-1-13/)
- [1/2 days](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/1-2-days/)
- [alumni](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/alumni/)
- [Keystone Testing](https://capa.philasd.org/office-alert/keystone-testing/)

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