88:- Drama, painting, drawing, music, practical arts and modeling are integrated into the academic curriculum, including mathematics and the sciences. Practical arts include clay modeling, woodworking, copper-smithing and blacksmithing. Handwork includes knitting, crochet, sewing and embroidery in the Lower School and, in the High School, includes book-binding, basketry and weaving. Extracurricular activities in the High School include
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