Applying to ArtQuest

The ArtQuest Admissions Process is now open! The deadline to submit your Application and Portfolio for the 2022-2023 school year is December 9th, 2021.
Scroll down to the Admissions Process to begin the ArtQuest Application.

Admissions Timeline

OCT 15	Student Information Form & AQ Application Becomes Available
DEC 9	AQ Application & Portfolio Deadline
JAN 3-14	Performing Arts Auditions
JAN 20	Admissions Letters Mailed & Emailed to Students
JAN 31	Letter of Intent Returned by Students

Admissions Process

Please complete each step below as part of the ArtQuest Application. Read through the instructions carefully.

Step 1: Student Information Form

Fill out the ArtQuest Student Information Form ← Click on the link!
You will receive two emails once you submit your Student Information Form (SIF). The first email will be a copy of your SIF responses from Google Forms. The second email will be from ArtQuest with an attached PDF of your SIF.
Print out the PDF of the Student Information Form (SIF) for inclusion in the ArtQuest Application.

Step 2: Student Headshot

The photograph should be a recent and clear (not blurry or pixelated) headshot of the student. We accept black and white or color photographs.
Attach the photograph to the front page (upper left-hand corner) of the printed Student Information Form.

Step 3: Student Personal Responses

Respond to the following prompts in a thoughtful, in-depth way using complete sentences.
Here are the AQ Student Personal Responses ← Click on the link! Select “make a copy.”
Follow the instructions on the form and then print out the responses to include in the ArtQuest Application.

Step 4: Teacher Recommendation Form

Completed by a current or recent teacher of the student (within the last two years).
Print or email the Teacher Recommendation Form to the teacher well in advance of the application deadline. AQ Teacher Recommendation Form ← Click on the link!
Teacher returns the Recommendation Form in a sealed envelope, signed on the seal to the student for inclusion in the ArtQuest Application.

Step 5: Grade and Attendance Records

Grade Record: Include a copy of the student’s grade record that at least includes the preceding year’s grades (report card, transcript, etc.) or an alternative evaluation; include current year if possible.
Attendance Record: Include a copy of the student’s attendance record that at least includes the preceding year’s attendance records; include current year if possible.
If you are a Santa Rosa City Schools student, go to the Aeries Student Information System to obtain grade and attendance records.

Step 6: Release and Consent

Print and sign this form: AQ Consent and Release

Step 7: Supplemental Agreements

Print and sign this form: AQ Supplemental Agreements

Step 8: Educational Accommodations (if applicable)

Attach an up-to-date copy of any existing educational accommodation documentation, such as an IEP, 504 Plan, RSP, ELL, etc.) *Do not submit your original documentation.
Student needs information is kept confidential and will not be used to unfairly discriminate against an applicant. It is important, however, that AQ and SRHS are aware of any special accommodations in order to effectively support the student's learning needs.

Step 9: Portfolio or Audition

Visual Art applicants submit ONE Portfolio with the ArtQuest Application. A Portfolio is required if your first choice is Visual Fine Arts, Photography, Digital Art, or Video Arts.
Performing Arts applicants will be contacted by the respective specialty teacher to set up an Audition after Applications have been submitted.
For specific Portfolio and Audition Requirements, visit the ArtQuest website, under “Admissions” and then under “Portfolio & Audition Guidelines.” ArtQuest Portfolio & Audition Guidelines ← Click the link!
- Contact the appropriate Arts Specialty instructor directly with additional questions, as they are the best source for this discipline-specific information.

Step 10: Submit ArtQuest Application + Portfolio

Print out all of the Application Materials (Step 1 - 8) above. Paperclip materials together - no notebooks or folders, please.
Portfolio: (Only required if your first choice is VFA, Photo, Digital, or Video). Please submit your artwork in a portfolio case. Here are examples of portfolio cases: paper portfolio purchased from an art store or two pieces of cardboard taped together. Label the Portfolio with the student’s first and last name.
Print the ArtQuest Application Checklist ← Click on the link! Use this checklist to confirm that you have compiled all of the necessary application materials before delivering to the ArtQuest Office.
PLEASE NOTE: Reservations are required to hand deliver your printed ArtQuest Application + Portfolio to the ArtQuest Office! Sign up for your reservation via SignUp Genius SignUp Genius Link

You will hand deliver your Application and Portfolio to the ArtQuest Office by December 9th. Reservations are required to drop off your Application and Portfolio. Sign Up using the SignUp Genius Link under Step 10 (above)

Transfer or Enrollment Process Information

*IMPORTANT: Be sure to read through the Transfer and Enrollment Process information. This is required for students who do not live within SRHS boundaries or are outside of the SRCS District.

TRANSFER OR OPEN ENROLLMENT PROCESS

*Save the date for the AQ Virtual Info Night happening November 4, 2021.

AQ Info Night Nov. 4