Fine Arts
Sherman ISD believes knowledge, skills and appreciation of the fine arts are key components of a well-rounded education.
Secondary students have the opportunity to participate in art, band, choir, drill team, orchestra and theatre as part of our robust programming, which includes the only orchestra program in Texoma for middle and high school students. Elementary students receive weekly instruction from full-time art and music teachers at each campus. In addition to developing student talent, creativity and passion for the arts, these programs build leaders by cultivating self-discipline, instilling confidence, teaching perseverance and encouraging teamwork and collaboration.
We encourage the community to join us at student performances and help celebrate student accomplishments. Check out upcoming fine arts events by visiting the calendar linked below!
The UIL Eligibility Calendar shows when grades are checked for academic eligibility in UIL-sanctioned competitions such as marching band, VASE, sports, UIL Academics and more.
![Student holds up their medals earned at UIL State Solo & Ensemble.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1748463110/shermanisdnet/amoiaeq5fxw82ljajdey/StateSoloEnsemblethumbnail.jpg","width":2000}])
With 36 Superior medals, SHS band, choir and orchestra students represented their programs well at State Solo & Ensemble.
![SMS Students Excel at First-Ever Junior VASE Contest]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1747238696/shermanisdnet/iw7zqrhr17jd4nwxh8ag/JuniorVASE20251.jpg","width":2000}])
Seven students received excellent (IV) ratings, and two received strong (III) ratings.
![While on the auditorium stage, students hold up their signed certificates for a photo.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1746110167/shermanisdnet/ynfwav1oif9q68ozdnyu/FineArtsSigningDay2025thumbnail.jpg","width":2160}])
Band, orchestra, theatre, dance and choir were represented.
![Student Earns Superior Rating at State VASE]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1745945485/shermanisdnet/ruvdpbnjdqpurasdptka/JimenezArtworkthumbnail.jpg","width":2000}])
Yuselmy Jimenez was one of the 2,300 state qualifiers out of the 33,000 entered earlier this year.