Students in the Integrated Arts Program (IAP) audition for one or more Arts Specializations (Majors).

IAP Arts Specializations (Majors)

  • Dance

  • Drama

  • Music: Instrumental | Strings | Vocal | Recording

  • Visual Art

  • Arts Tech: Graphic Design | Film

How Does the Program Work?

As an IAP student, you will take a combination of Arts Specialization (Major) and Arts Exploration (Minor) courses across Grades 9–12.

  • Arts Specialization (Arts Major)

    • How to enter: Requires a successful audition upon application.

    • Class structure: Enhanced-level, congregated classes with fellow Arts Majors.

    • Focus: Designed as your primary area of focus at Eastwood, where you are encouraged to achieve at your highest potential.

    • Requirement: All IAP students must maintain at least one Arts Specialization course per year to remain in the program.

  • Arts Exploration (Arts Minor)

    • How to enter: No audition required; open to all Eastwood students.

    • Focus: Courses taken out of interest to broaden your overall artistic knowledge and experience.

Program Requirements

To Be Accepted into the IAP

  • Submit a completed IAP application by the deadline.

  • Audition successfully for at least one Arts Specialization (Arts Major) course.

  • Receive a positive character reference from a current teacher.

  • Be eligible to attend school in Ontario.

  • Be in good standing at your previous school (demonstrating good attendance, strong learning skills, and appropriate behavior).

To Remain in the Program in Good Standing

  • Maintain at least one Arts Specialization (Arts Major) course in Grades 9–12.

  • Adhere to the Code of Expectations for proper behavior and the Code of Participation.

  • Serve as a positive school citizen and ambassador by abiding by the Eastwood Code of Conduct.

To Earn the “IAP Arts Endorsement Certificate” at Graduation

  • Successfully complete eight (8) total arts courses, including at least one Grade 12 Arts Specialization (Arts Major).

  • Remain in the program in good standing through Grade 12 by upholding the Code of Conduct and Code of Participation.