In Cedar Hill ISD, student success in fine arts goes hand in hand with high academic achievement and supports CHISD Longhorn Essentials.
The pursuit of excellence by the art, band, choir, dance and theatre organizations is reflected in the many fine arts scholars who are National Merit Finalists, participate in the AP or International Baccalaureate programs, or receive significant scholarship offers at leading universities nationwide.
These highly rated programs annually place high numbers of talented students in regional, area, state, and national competitions. Whether your children are interested in art, band, choir, dance and theatre, CHISD ISD has outstanding programs at all grade levels including elementary that will educate their minds, stimulate their creativity, and provide them with excitement and self-discipline that will last a lifetime.
CHISD Fine Arts scholars are renowned for giving performances that are significant both for their technical proficiency and artistic excellence.
Cedar Hill ISD Fine Arts Recognized among Best Communities for Music Education Award
Cedar Hill ISD has been recognized as a National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation Best Communities for Music Education Award (BCME) in 2020, 2022 & 2023.
Cedar Hill ISD Wins TAEA District of Distinction Award
The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) named Cedar Hill ISD has an exceptional Art program. More than 1,200 school districts apply for the TAEA District of Distinction Award, but only 68 districts are honored.