Curtistene S. McCowan Middle School Fine Arts Academy accepts applicants for rising 6th to 8th-grade scholars looking to advance their creativity. The school-within-a-school model creates a focused learning environment for creative and arts-interested scholars. Students are exposed to a range of disciplines, like band, choir, visual, and performing arts, designed to support growth and development.
Our school’s namesake, Curtistene McCowan, has made significant contributions to education advancement locally and nationally. She was the first African-American elected to public office in DeSoto in 1990. As an active participant in the community and DeSoto ISD, students are honored to have her help out at the school.