The Florida Fine Arts Seal Program

On April 2, 2024, the Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program (HB 523) was unanimously passed by the state legislature and signed into law by the governor. This prestigious state-level honor celebrates high school graduates who have achieved outstanding benchmarks in fine arts coursework by awarding a special seal on their diplomas. To view the official language of this program, go here: Rule 6A-1.09952 Requirements for the Florida Seal of Fine Arts.

Why is this important?

• It celebrates artistry! It encourages you to develop exceptional skills and your personal voice in the performing or visual arts.
• It recognizes unique talent! It honors the dedication and hard work you've put into excelling in the arts at graduation.
• It boosts college and career applications! Having this seal on your diploma and resume can make your college and job applications stand out.

How does it work?

• Applications, progress tracking, and communication will be managed at your school in coordination with your fine arts teachers, school counselor, administrator, and the Performing Arts and Visual Arts Departments, ensuring a smooth and personalized process for you. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to shine and for your parents/guardians to see your artistic passion. We want to celebrate you, the next generation of artists! 
• Complete a Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program Student Application and submit it to your preferred music, dance, theatre, or visual arts teacher at your school of current enrollment.

How do I apply?

1. Download and complete the Florida Fine Arts Seal Program Student Application.
2. If you choose to complete arts-related volunteer hours (Option #3), complete, print, and attach the Volunteer Hour Tracker Form FA-4 to your application before submitting it.
3. View the list of approved district, state, and national organization events that qualify for Options #2 and #5 on the application (all other events do not).
4. Give your completed and signed Florida Fine Arts Seal Program Student Application to your preferred dance, music, theatre, or visual arts teacher at your school before the deadline (date coming soon).

When do I find out?

1. Your completed application will be carefully reviewed by the fine arts teacher you submitted it to. If they have any follow-up questions, be ready to respond!
2. If you are eligible, your fine arts teacher will sign your application form and submit it to your school’s administrator/designee for final approval.
3. If requirements are met and confirmed, your school's office will notify the district and request that a Fine Arts Seal be placed on your diploma! 
4. Make sure you celebrate this accomplishment with your friends and family! You earned this!

If you have any questions, reach out to your school’s music, dance, theatre, or visual arts teacher. You can also contact PreK-12 Performing Arts Specialist Ajori Spencer: spencera@pcsb.org, or PreK-12 Visual Arts Specialist Jonathan Ogle: oglejo@pcsb.org.