The three domains which are emphasized are composing, style, and mechanics. Emphasis on playing the recorder and the digital piano occurs in grade 3. Fourth and fifth graders audition for the school chorus at this level and are introduced to two and three-part singing thus creating harmonies within a choral setting. The chorus performs at school and within the community 4-6 times a year. Permission slips and rental applications are sent home in the fall.
Students perform at school assemblies and in the community when asked.
Currently Barcroft is engaged in a first language support program. It is focused on building concepts in science and social studies while students gain proficiency in English. Since 1983 the Marines stationed at Henderson have joined Barcroft School in a School Partnership Agreement. The Marines have provided many special opportunities for Barcroft field trips, assistance during school field days, and a variety of other capacities. The Marine Unit as a whole has provided numerous field trip buses for classes, special activities for our PTA spring fair, landed a helicopter on the lawn for student viewing, prepared safety patrols for a spring parade, and provided special parties and outings for groups of students.