Art

We believe that well-rounded adolescents should learn specific social emotional skills that will prepare them to be a productive member of society. To this end, our art courses encourage identity exploration, self-expression, and a promotion of self-awareness.

The Studio Habits of Mind are a central focus in our curriculum. We hope that students will utilize these skills beyond the art room and apply them to their everyday lives.

• Envision

• Express

• Develop Craft

• Observe

• Reflect

• Understanding Art World

• Stretch & Explore

• Engage & Persist

Beginning Art / Design

This class is exploratory in nature. We offer a modified choice-based curriculum. Students explore a variety of media and studio practice, such as: drawing, painting, design, photography, fiber/textiles, mixed media, ceramics, and 3D-exploration. Students also explore the art of various periods/cultures.

Open to grades 6, 7, and 8.

Advanced Art / Design

This class continues the exploratory nature of Beginning Art and Design, but offers more opportunity for choice-based personal expression. Students can delve into areas of personal interest.

Open to grades 7 and 8.
Pre-Requisite: Beginning Art/Design and/or Teacher Approval