Art is a reflection of the artist. It reflects their thoughts, beliefs, dreams, and values, as well as their creative process and familiarity with the medium of expression. As students engage in artmaking they are able to express aspects of themselves and their world that are not readily expressed through written or oral communication. When students are given the opportunity to develop their personal artistic expression through studying and making art, they become confident artists. Through art students develop their ability to communicate, interpret, appreciate, and understand what they see.

Teacher Inservice Topics/Curriculum

Foundations
Art Elements
Art Principles
The Color Wheel
Art Critique Level 1

Journeys          
Art Critique Level 2
Art Lessons: Demonstrations and Planning
Classroom Extensions

Explorations
Connecting the Art Curriculum to other Curriculum areas
Integrating Student Cultures into the Art Curriculum
Art Curriculum and Second Language Learners