Arts High School News

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  Students Amplify the Power of Local Journalism at State Capitol Rally

  April 15, 2026

  On April 7, Perpich students Anais Froberg-Martinez (Literary Arts 2027) and Carlo Sucero (Media Arts 2027) stepped into Minnesota’s political spotlight at the True North News Alliance rally at the Minnesota State Capitol, joining journalists and advocates calling for greater investment in…

  
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  From Rural Minnesota to Global Dance Scholar: Dr. Shantel Ehrenberg (Dance 1992)

  April 8, 2026

  For Dr. Shantel Ehrenberg (Dance 1992), a simple flyer handed out in a small-town classroom sparked a life-changing decision.

  “I just remember thinking, could I really do this?” she said, recalling her time at (the now closed) Appleton High School in west-central Minnesota….

  
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  Literary Arts Students Present Poetry Showcase and Short Works Reading at Magers & Quinn Booksellers

  March 26, 2026

  The Literary Arts Department of Perpich Arts High School presented their work at Magers & Quinn Booksellers on March 25, 2026. The Poetry Showcase and Short Works Reading featured new and selected works from our emerging writers.

  The audience…

  
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  Books by Women Photographers from Perpich Library

  March 17, 2026

  In celebration of Women’s History Month, the library is highlighting books featuring some of the beautiful work done by women photographers.

  “As in many fields of art history, the work of women photographers has often been overlooked, and few of their names are…

  
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  Perpich Arts High School Music Department Presents: 25/26 Sound Works III

  March 16, 2026

  The Music Department of Perpich Arts High School presented the third concert of the school year on Thursday, March 12th with a repeat performance on Friday, March 13th. The concert was a culmination of the work created by students in their small…

  
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  Perpich Arts High School Theater Ensemble Presents: “An Evening of 10 Minute Plays”

  March 16, 2026

  Perpich theater seniors stepped into new roles recently with “An Evening of 10 Minute Plays – Directing and Jr. Acting Projects”, a performance that challenged students to lead, collaborate, and think beyond the stage.

  Actors perform “Hold for Three”…

  
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  Perpich National Art Honor Society Members Share the Joy of Art at Sonnesyn Elementary

  March 11, 2026

  Six Visual Arts and Media Arts students from Perpich Arts High School recently stepped into the role of teachers during a visit to Sonnesyn Elementary, leading second graders in an art lesson focused on silhouette portraits and storytelling.

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  Perpich Students Advocate at Youth Day at the Capitol

  March 9, 2026

  Perpich students at Youth Day at the Capitol on March 3, 2026

  Students from Perpich Arts High School spent a day at the Minnesota State Capitol participating in Youth Day at the Capitol (YDAC), an annual event that encourages…

  
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  Perpich Studio Arts Department presents “Senior Capstone Exhibition 2026”

  March 6, 2026

  Perpich Studio Arts Seniors presented “Senior Capstone Exhibition 2026” on Thursday, March 5, 2026. The exhibition is showing in the Upper Gallery through April 24, 2026.

  Capstone gives artists of both Visual Arts and Media Arts the opportunity to devote themselves to a long…