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  • Perpich Arts High School Studio Arts Department Presents: “My Dog Ate My Exhibition” Curriculum Exhibition

    November 13, 2026
    Perpich Arts High School Studio Arts students presented the second exhibition of the school, “My Dog Ate My Exhibition,” on Thursday, November 12, 2026. The curriculum exhibition features artwork created in their Media Arts and Visual Arts classes. The experience gave students…

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  • A Note from our Executive Director, Allegra Smisek – October 26, 2026

    October 26, 2026

    Greetings from Perpich Center for Arts Education!
    Last month, I wrote about belonging at Perpich. This month, as Arts High School applications open for next school year, I’m thinking about the students who haven’t found us yet. Somewhere in Minnesota, a young person…

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  • Dessa Shares Honest Advice on Being an Artist with Literary Arts Students

    October 23, 2026
    Writer, performer, and musician Dessa returned to Perpich Arts High School on October 23 to share an honest look at what it means to build a career as an artist. Speaking with Literary Arts students, the Minneapolis-based artist drew on her experiences…

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  • Figure Drawing Class Brings Creative Visions to Life

    October 15, 2026

    In Perpich’s Figure Drawing class, students bring their artistic visions to life through extended poses, creative themes, and the opportunity to work with a professional model.

    Visual Arts Instructor Kathryn D’Elia brings in professional model Elle Simmons each year to pose for students….

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  • Fall Reads from Perpich Library

    October 14, 2026

    With the weather turning cooler and more blustery, it’s the start of “curl up with a good book and a hot beverage” weather. Fall is the perfect time for both spooky and cozy reads, so that is what the Perpich Library is…

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  • Jonathan Thunder Encourages Students to Find Their Own Voice Through Art

    October 13, 2026
    Celebrating Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Perpich students welcomed Ojibwe artist and filmmaker Jonathan Thunder for a day of exploring how personal experiences, cultural identity, and the world around us can shape creative work. Jonathan Thunder spoke with students during Common Ex on Monday,…

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  • Rebecca Bullen Shares How Arts Education Supports Belonging and Well-Being

    October 13, 2026
    Perpich Arts High School Principal Rebecca Bullen joined a panel of experts at the 26th Annual Twin Cities Jewish Community Mental Health Education Conference to discuss how arts education can support young people’s mental well-being and sense of belonging.
    The breakout session, Expanding…

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  • Perpich Arts High School Music Department Presents: 26/27 Sound Works I

    October 12, 2026

    Perpich Arts High School’s Music Department kicked off the school year with its first concert on Thursday, October 8th with a repeat performance on Friday, October 9th, showcasing the work students created in small ensembles throughout the quarter. Featuring original compositions and…

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  • Perpich Students Bring Gun Violence Prevention to Life Through the Arts

    October 6, 2026
    Perpich Arts High School students across Theater, Musical Theater, Dance, Music, and Visual Arts brought their talents and perspectives to a powerful exploration of gun violence prevention on Monday, using the arts to encourage audiences to confront an issue that deeply affects…

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