Visual Arts

Students develop a love and appreciation of fine art and learn about and create art in a safe, non-judgmental environment.  Art is an open ended, alternative form of expression in a highly academic environment.  The art curriculum provides students with the opportunity to explore their own creativity and take risks while being able to make independent choices.  

The art program is twofold: students are able to experience art as an observer, and as an artist.  Learning about art history from the traditions of different cultures to modern artists and artwork, students learn art appreciation as well as have their own tactile experience of these age appropriate units of study.  Integration between classroom curriculum and different art periods and themes engage students to the close interweaving between art and life.  The process of art and joy of creative exploration are promoted as the primary learning experience beyond any preconceived expectation of the final product.