Legal Issues in the Fine Arts The activities that comprise the fine arts (band, choir, visual and theater arts, dance, and spirit squads) are some of America’s most popular high school activities. There is often intense competition to be selected for a performance squad or team, and organized competitions in the area of fine arts have become increasingly popular. The pursuit of honors, awards, and scholarships is big business! So, it’s not surprising that legal challenges have arisen. Focus: Selection Issues Tryouts Practice Camps & Competition Removal from the Team But What if I’m Sued Extracurricular Code of Conduct