Visual Arts

In our Visual Arts Program, students from Kindergarten through 8th Grade work in small groups to develop self-expression and the appreciation of one’s own creativity as well as that of others. In Lower School, our visual arts program complements the overall curriculum by connecting art projects to each grade level’s studies, including science and social studies. Kindergarten students focus on the creative process, self-expression, and exploration. Students build on these skills, enhancing independent and creative thinking, developing work ethic, and independent problem-solving skills. Art project highlights include clay animal sculptures and habitats linked to research reports as well as developing art vocabulary, mask-making for cultural studies and mythology, and creating coil pottery baskets. 

In Middle School, 5th Grade students continue to explore basic techniques and different mediums. 6th and 7th Grade students participate in an arts rotation that affords them the opportunity to learn theater, filmmaking, Digital Maker Art, and Studio Art. The visual arts in this rotation focus on specialized elements of design including color, line, shape, and composition. As a part of the Spring Musical, all students develop drawing, design, and painting skills as prop pieces and set design is integrated into the performance class.

The year culminates in a visual art show celebrating students’ creativity and effort in all of the above courses.