Summer Worship Schedule: One Service at 10AM in Sanctuary. Two Services Resume September 7.

The Fine Arts School at First Presbyterian Church began in 1994 and is dedicated to providing the finest arts instruction with caring, nurturing teachers in a Christian environment. Our current program includes two semesters and a summer camp. Spring and Fall programs vary.

Fall Semester Schedule

August 21 - Registration Opens
September 8 - Classes Begin
November 24-28 - No Classes (Thanksgiving)
December 10 - Last Day of Classes
December 11 - Music Recitals & Art Show

Registration
Fall 2025 Class Offerings

Art for Children

All classes meet in Room C240, Music and Fine Arts Wing
Teacher: Valerie Aldrin

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KinderArt
Ages 4–6 (Preschool & Kindergarten)
An introduction to color, texture, shape, and imaginative art experiences.
Wednesdays, 3:30–4:15 p.m.
13 classes – $185

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Art from A to Z
1st–2nd Grade & All-Day Kindergartners
Covers basic art principles and a touch of art history using a variety of materials.
Mondays, 4:00–4:45 p.m.
Wednesdays, 4:30–5:15 p.m.
13 classes – $185

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Adventures in Art
3rd–7th Grade
A more advanced class exploring technique, materials, and art history in depth.
Mondays, 5:00–6:00 p.m.
13 classes – $200

Music Lessons

All students must confirm class availability and time slot before registering.
New students: contact Donna Bassham at  
Current students: contact your instructor directly

All lessons include 13 sessions and conclude with an end-of-semester recital. Students are responsible for purchasing required music materials and bringing their own instrument, if applicable.

Piano (Ages 5–Adult)
Instructors: Donna Bassham, Jillian Peña, Dayeon Kim, Alta Striggles-Lee, Adalise Thompson
Beginners (30 min): $420
Intermediate (45 min): $630
Please schedule with your current instructor or email  if new.

Guitar (Acoustic, Electric, or Bass)
Teacher: Sam Barlow
Bring your own guitar.
Beginner (30 min): $420 - Ages 7 to Adult
Intermediate/Advanced (45 min): $630 - Ages 10 to Adult
Schedule with  or  

Drums (Ages 7–Adult)
Teachers: Anthony Pacheco and Sam Barlow
Beginner (30 min): $420 - Ages 7 to Adult
Intermediate (45 min): $630 - Ages 10 to Adult
Schedule with  or

Violin/Viola (Ages 9–Adult)
Teacher: Nikesha Hailey-Hicks
Bring your own instrument.
Beginner Group Classes (45 min): $260
Beginners (30 min): $420
Intermediate/Advanced (45 min): $630
Schedule with  or

Policies

  • Confirm teacher and time with FAS director Donna Bassham ( ) before submitting registration and payment.
  • Cancel/reschedule at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Students may not switch instructors mid-semester.

Tuition & Financial Assistance

  • Tuition is payable by the semester and is due at the time of registration.
  • FPC staff discounts and need-based scholarships are available in limited quantities. Contact Donna for details and a permission code to apply.
  • If you need an alternative payment arrangement, please reach out to Donna in advance.
Staff
For general questions about art classes, please contact Valerie Aldrin. General questions about music classes should be directed to instructor (for current students) or Donna Bassham (for prospective students).
  • Donna Bassham ( ), Director and Piano Instructor
  • Valerie Aldrin ( ), Art Instructor
  • Jillian Pena ( ), Piano Instructor
  • Dayeon Kim ( ), Piano Instructor
  • Adalise Thompson, Piano Instructor
  • Alta Striggles-Lee ( ), Piano Instructor
  • Sam Barlow ( ), Guitar and Drum Instructor
  • Nikesha Hailey-Hicks ( ), Violin and Viola Instructor
  • Anthony Pacheco ( ), Drum Instructor