Students at the Tisbury School have a rich variety of programs for which we thank the community. We offer solid academic programs in reading, language arts, math, science, and social studies. Unified Arts programs include Spanish, Educational Technology, Art, Vocal Music, Instrumental Music, library, Physical Education, Family and Consumer Science, Health/Human Development and Industrial TEchnology.
Spanish
Spanish solidifies the language program and provides our students with the beginning foreign language knowledge and skills they need to become competent language speakers.
Sports
At Tisbury School we believe that competition is inherent in sports. Or students have fun and grow in their social interactions, improved athletic skills and experiences that come with winning and losing gracefully. We do not limit a student's opportunity to participate in sports based on ability. However, coaches will exercise their discretion concerning actual game participation.
Tisbury School students participate in track and field, basketball and volleyball. We also have students who participate in the all-island Junior High football team. Practices, meets or games are usually held immediately after school. Students who fail to live up to reasonable expectations in their school performance and behavior will be deemed ineligible to participate. Students are encouraged to become involved in such activities but are responsible for providing their own transportation home. The cost of uniforms and equipment that will be kept by the player, will be paid for by the student. You may request assistance in covering this cost if needed.
Field Trips
Field trips are an integral part of the Tisbury School program. In some instances the students fundraise to pay for their trips. Among our traditional trips are the 6th grade environmental trip, the 7th grade ski trip and the 8th grade Washington, DC trip.
All off-island trips require a signed permission slip. Parents are asked to sign a blanket on-island field trip permission form at the beginning of each school year. You will be notified when your child is out of the building. Ineligible students are not allowed to go on field trips.
Due to insurance restrictions parents will not be asked to use personal automobiles for field trips. We no longer have any coverage for you in the event of an accident. We have been advised to use school vehicles and/or staff automobiles driven by staff. When possible, student/chaperone ratio will be 6/1. Also, no student will be returned from a field trip due to illness, discipline, etc. without being accompanied by a chaperone. Appointed chaperones are responsible for enlisting chaperones and reserve the right to make final decisions on chaperone assignments. If a parent is invited to chaperone, they must be approved through a CORI.
Cultural Events
During the school year students may be exposed to a diversified group of cultural events. Programs range from artists-in-residence, ethnic music and/or dance assemblies, storytelling and plays to dress rehearsals of our local programs and local band recitals. We have high expectations of student behavior during these events. Students should be polite and show respect to invited guests. If a student's religious views do not allow them to participate they should notify their homeroom teacher.
Junior High Musical
Each year the Tisbury School presents a junior high musical production. Auditions are open to all 7th and 8th grade students, and all students who audition will participate. Parts are cast based on musical and acting ability and are dependent upon the needs of each individual show. Faculty members serve as director, music director, choreographer, and handle costume and set design.
Past productions have included My Fair Lady, The Pirate of Penzance, Bye Bye Birdie, Peter Pan, The Wiz and West Side Story. The junior high musical has become a highly-anticipated annual event, and we are proud of the fine tradition of excellence that Tisbury School students have achieved.
Memorial Day Parade
A tradition of the Tisbury School is for the student body to march from the Tisbury School to Owen Park and to place flowers into the harbor to commemorate those who have given their lives for our country, particularly those that died at sea.
The ceremony takes place on the Friday before Memorial Day. The parade will begin outside the school on Spring Street at a time to be announced. The event runs approximately 45 minutes. All students will be dismissed from Owen Park after the ceremonies. In the event of inclement weather, the ceremony will take place in the gymnasium.
School Store
The school store has novelty pencils and erasers, computer discs and cases, poster board for projects, folders, calculators for 7th and 8th grade math and much more. The days and times the school store will be open are announced in September.
Unified Arts
In grades K - 8, students participate in an array of exploratory subjects in the Unified Arts. Offerings this year include band, computer, art, sewing, cooking, woodworking, library assistance and chorus.