Miller-South Visual Performing Arts

Miller-South Visual and Performing Arts, located in Akron, Ohio, is a specialized magnet school within the Akron Public Schools district. Serving students in grades 4 through 8, the school is uniquely designed for those with a demonstrated talent or strong interest in the arts. It provides a rigorous academic curriculum that is deeply integrated with intensive training in various artistic disciplines, including dance, drama, music, and the visual arts. By combining high-level core education with professional-grade artistic instruction, the school aims to foster creativity, discipline, and academic excellence in its students.

Beyond its focus on technical skill development, Miller-South cultivates a community-centered environment that encourages artistic expression and public performance. Students have frequent opportunities to showcase their work through exhibitions, concerts, and theatrical productions, which helps build confidence and stage presence. As a selective-enrollment institution, the school attracts students from across the district who are dedicated to honing their craft while meeting the standard requirements of middle school education, effectively preparing them for advanced studies in high school arts programs and beyond.