R. H. Rollings Middle School of the Arts is a public school for grades 6 through 8 in Dorchester District Two. RMSA was established in June of 1997 as part of a district initiative to make the arts an integral part of our children's education. An outstanding, dedicated staff works diligently every day to ensure that our mission statement is a reality.
    

R. H. Rollings School of the Arts offers students an opportunity to study one of six core art areas in depth. A student may strive to become a master in dance, orchestral string instruments, piano, theater, visual arts, or vocal music. While only one core art area is offered to each student, exposure to other arts is provided each year in exploratory courses.
    

Any child residing in Dorchester District Two attendance zones is eligible for an audition.  Applications are available in November at your child's home school.  Completed applications must be submitted before winter holidays in December.  Applicants will be notified of their screening dates and times by mail.  Auditions began in February of each calendar year for students wishing to attend the following school year.

The academic and the art programs are challenging and stimulating; however, there is no academic requirement for enrollment.  A student's academic history is not reviewed as part of the audition process. 

Is RMSA the place for your child? Ask your child's current guidance counselor for more information or call Larry Barnfield, Dorchester District Two Fine Arts Coordinator, at 832-5532.