The Miami Arts Charter Schools are tuition-free public charter schools offering a rigorous college-preparatory academic curriculum and conservatory-style training in the visual and performing arts.

The schools were founded by veteran public school music teachers Alfredo and Christine de la Rosa.

Miami Arts Charter Schools:

• Serve up to 1,300 culturally and socioeconomically diverse students from communities across Miami-Dade County spanning from grade kindergarten through 12th grade.
• Place students into their appropriate achievement levels within one of our major arts departments: Dance, Music (Instrumental or Vocal), Creative Writing and Visual Arts. (Additional coursework is offered in theater and photography).
• Draw its distinguished arts and academic faculty from Miami's rich and thriving creative community and through national searches for outstandig teachers. We select instructors who are working professionals that provide high-quality training combined with real-world experience.
• Offer an academic program that meets all high school graduation and university entrance requirements.
• Are a model small learning community located in Miami's Design District and offer direct connections with visiting staff from the University of Miami.