Great things happen in the Nelson-Williams Fine Arts Building at Parrott Academy!
Visual Art is flourishing, with marked enrollment growth in both Middle and Upper School programs. The Upper School Art Team was named State Runner-Up at the NCASA 2018 Art Showcase. Middle School art students were awarded 6 Gold and 5 Silver Art Keys. Upper School students were awarded 6 Gold and 4 Silver Keys. Upper School students also collected the Wilson Times Award and a National Scholastic Gold Key.
Our choral program achieved a Superior Rating in 2018 for Vocal Solo and Ensemble Music Performance Adjudication. One student was selected to the University of Mount Olive All Star Choir.
The dance ensembles have experienced ongoing success, with the Middle School Dance Ensemble winning the NC Scholastic Dance Festival overall state championship and in Jazz/Hip Hop, and Contemporary/Lyrical dance. The Upper School Dance Ensemble brought home a third-place finish in the state competition.
The guitar program continues to grow and has focused on community service. Our students work with the Lenoir County Boys & Girls Club and other organizations, both performing and teaching.
Our orchestra performs during our musical performances in February, and one orchestra participant was selected for the East Carolina's Next Generation Chamber Orchestra.
The theatre program is thriving. The Patriot Players participate in NCTC and have advanced to the state level numerous times. Ticket sales topped 600 for the annual musical.
Three students were selected for Governor's School in 2018 representing theatre, dance, and visual art.
