Marking 10 Remarkable Years at Marin School of the Arts

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Ten years ago, Mark Peabody had a vision of how the arts could thrive in a public school, and along with some dedicated parents, he went to work. He looked under a lot of rocks, knowing that he needed top-notch instructors, some money, and a place for it to live.

He found a home at Novato High and received an incredible grant. He also needed motivated students, with or without arts experience. Today at MSA, every student has access to the program, and our instructors are second to none.

As Mr. Peabody knew would happen, the students participating in the many art disciplines produce extraordinary test results and find outstanding scholarship opportunities. What he didn't expect was the special atmosphere and camaraderie that MSA has developed. MSA's unflappable office manager, Annie Hartje, calls it a mini Greenwich Village, but students know it simply as a safe place to explore and develop their art form. 

Your student is part of this special chemistry, as are 450 alumni who are doing exciting and interesting things.  To see what the alumni have to say about their MSA experience and find out where their arts have taken them, check out marinschoolofthearts.org/alumni. We are so proud of what the students, faculty, and alumni have accomplished over the last decade, and we want to be sure everyone knows about it!

In celebrating our growth and what is yet to come, MSA will be hosting a handful of special events this year that will include alumni and the entire community.  Please keep the schedule of events that arrived in your mailbox last week, and check the website for updates. Join in the celebration whenever and however you like.

Would you like to give credit to people who have made a difference in your life or your child's life at MSA? Add a comment below.

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