Fine Arts

Early Childhood

The objective of art appreciation in early childhood is to expose young children to quality art and artists, to introduce them to the language and tools of artists, and to give them the opportunity to participate in age-appropriate related art experiences. This program provides a solid foundation in the visual arts through a three-year cycle of topics and activities.

Lower School

Lower school students receive art instruction twice weekly. In grades one through three art classes focus on the elements and principles of art as students explore various methods and media. Grade four art instruction is an introduction to the study of art history and world cultures.

Middle School

Art is coordinated with the humanities program in middle school. In grades five, six, and seven students concentrate on Western art history and culture focusing on the same time periods that are being covered in social studies and language arts classes. During grade eight, students investigate criticism and aesthetics in depth, then take their foundations of art and their knowledge of the techniques used throughout history and explore their own personal style.

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