Visual Arts
My innate ability to find that special thing in a student and to grow and develop with them has completely, intrinsically, and holistically transformed students' lives and given them different perspectives. Our students at Hearne ISD have proven themselves not only locally and regionally but also statewide. They are also well recognized nationally. Through Fine Arts, we have changed the climate and culture for students here in Hearne ISD. They are confident, not afraid to fail, and always willing to learn.
I have witnessed students from different backgrounds and cultures grow and develop in ways that help them understand who they are and find a purpose in life. They also rely on each other to peer-teach and succeed. In my classes, I often serve as a facilitator, allowing students to work in groups. We teach students the importance of working with people from different backgrounds to achieve a common goal. I've had students who may not have gotten along at the beginning of the school year, but by the end of the school year, they have mutual respect. It’s not my teaching style; their learning styles make the difference.
The Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) aligns with the District of Distinction to ensure that Texas students have a robust and well-rounded learning experience. This is a 14-point rubric that includes reading and writing, as well as presentations (basically public speaking). It also supports District and Community Events that support students' holistic growth and learning from one another locally, regionally, and statewide. These events occur across Texas at specific times each year, alongside the professional development we provide throughout the year. This ensures the best outcomes for the students. The Texas Art Education Association of Visual Arts. So, basically, this curriculum will cover different points. It will also allow them to express themselves creatively and learn from history.
As for how we utilize as many cross-curricular opportunities as we can, we conduct extensive research in art and art history. This is our foundation, and we spiral through it year-round. Summer school provides supplemental program support, helps change behaviors, increases student attendance, and creates lifelong learners. This is a segue into the Freedom Schools curriculum. The arts are intertwined throughout the Civil Rights movement.
Visual arts played an important role in Freedom Schools. Students learned to create posters and murals, which led to protest signs, political cartoons, and community artwork. Visual arts became a means of communicating messages of justice and equality. Students developed observation skills and creativity. Visual literacy was important as well; it is when critical thinking comes into effect. We do a lot of research in my art classes and in cross-curricular activities. Problem-solving skills are built. I put a lot of emphasis on this because it is the difference-maker. Fine motor skill development offers a wide range of benefits in the early stages of growth. Art skills support science, engineering, reading, and mathematics. These skills help create manipulatives and reinforce and enhance learning. Kinesthetic skills also help with muscle memory and information retention.
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