Moreno Valley
Unified School District
Visual and Performing Arts
Renee Rojanaroj
Coordinator
rrojanaroj@mvusd.net
rrojanaroj@mvusd.net
Contact
Maria Roque
Secretary II (Out of Class)
mroque@mvusd.net
951-571-7500
Ext. 17718
Department Overview
We believe that Arts Education is a student right and we strive to ensure every student has access to quality Visual and Performing Arts opportunities.
Programs
Students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of programs in the areas of Art, Music, Dance, and Theater.
Achievements
The Moreno Valley Unified School District has been designated a "Best Community for Music Education 2023'' by the National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Foundation, one of 830 school districts in the nation. The district is also the proud recipient of the 2022 Magna Award for Equity in Arts Education.
Programs
Student Spotlight
Art Students Soar at the Riverside County Fair and Date Festival
Valley View High School Visual Arts students, under the guidance of instructors Michael Bernbaum, Daniel DeLaTorre, and Lenore Hamel, recently showcased their talent at The Riverside County Fair and National Date Festival in Indio, California, from February 16-25, 2024. Among over 1000 displayed artworks from elementary, middle, and high school students, 38 VVHS artists earned top honors, securing 25 first place, 15 second place, and 10 third place ribbons. Miguel Zuno's "Multi-Eyed Beast" sculpture and Abigail Arteaga's mixed media piece, "Endless Stairway," received Best of Show recognition, including cash prizes and rosette ribbons. Congratulations to all students for their exceptional creativity, exemplifying Eagles Soaring with Excellence!
Juwan Dawoody, Valley View High School, Class of 2023
Congratulations to Juwan Dawoody, graduate of Valley View High School Class of 2023, for her perfect score on her 2023 college-level Advanced Placement (AP) 2-D Art and Design Exam. This is the second time in three years that a Valley View High School student has earned a perfect score. Juwan studied 2-D Art with Mr. Michael Bernbaum and we are so proud of both of you! Congratulations Juwan!
Elementary VAPA Teachers
Luke Bither
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Lori Bonner
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Gina Ghiani
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Brandon Harb
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Sherrie Housel
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Deisy Ibarra
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Emily Kelley
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Nicholas Kelly
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Terrilyn McFarland
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Allison Rafanan
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Renee Rojanaroj
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Maria Roque
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Cameron Ruffin
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Ryan Taylor
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