What is L.E.A.P?

• L.E.A.P. is a highly regarded focus course of study that stands for the Limestone Enriched Arts Program. An audition and application is required to apply.
• The LEAP program, at the high-school level, provides Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) students with the opportunity to have specific courses delivered, where possible, from an arts perspective.
• Courses include English, geography, and communications technology in grade 9.
• English, history, and career-civics focus for grade 10.
• LEAP students traditionally choose to complete a Specialist High Skills Major in Arts & Culture during their senior years as an additional red seal of qualification on their OSSD.

Who auditions?

• Any student who is not currently in the grade 8 Calvin Park LEAP Program. That means any grade 8 student from any other school in or outside the Limestone District School Board.
• Grade 8 Calvin Park LEAP students are exempt from an audition and an application is all that is necessary to apply.

When are the auditions?

• Auditions take place on three dates during semester II. These are: February 21st, March 6th, and March 20th, 2012, respectively. Audition slots begin at 2:45 pm on those days.

How long is each audition?

• Each audition is approx. 15 minutes in duration.

How do I get an audition?

• Complete the application form for L.C.V.I. as well as the additional form for LEAP by the application deadline. Clearly indicate your home high-school to which you have applied as well as what other programs to which you have applied.
• Sign up for an audition either at grade 8 Parent Information Night on January 18th, 2012 or by phoning 613-546-5575 ext. 303.

How will I know when my audition is?

• Our Student Services secretary, Bobbi Jo Scott, will telephone you to tell you your audition time on the designated day.

What should I do to prepare for the audition?

• Bring a cover letter to your audition explaining what interests you about the LEAP program, what you hope to gain from it as well as what you hope to contribute to it.
• Bring your most recent report card.
• Prepare ONE 2-3 minute performance that best demonstrates your arts strength.
• Prepare a couple of questions to ask the panel after your performance. The interview portion is a dialogue and an opportunity to find out more about both LEAP and L.C.V.I.

What do students typically perform?

• Students may choose any ONE of the following modes of performance; a musical instrument, or vocal performance, or a choreographed dance, or a monologue, or art portfolio (paintings, drawings, photographs, sculptures, carvings, mixed media)

Can parents or an agent be present at auditions?

• A designated waiting area for parents or agents is provided. They are welcome to wait while auditions are completed.

When will I know if I have been accepted into the LEAP program?

• By the end of March 2012, letters will be sent out to all applicants at their home addresses to indicate whether or not they have a seat in the program.