Academics ~ Enrichment
Art

"Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up."
~ Pablo Picasso

Meg Carte	Appointed: 2001
Duane Rector	Appointed: 2007

Art Curriculum

Pre-K
The basic elements of art: line, shape, color, form, space, value and texture, are presented. Students are introduced to ways of thinking that are based upon imagination and judgment. Children have the opportunity to look at and talk about art, to create art, and to become aware of art in their everyday lives.

Kindergarten
Children create art and learn about the basic art concepts and techniques, such as line, shape, color, space, texture, form, and value. Learners acquire an appreciation and understanding of featured artists and the techniques used.

First Grade
The visual arts curriculum in first grade explores the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.

Second Grade
The visual arts curriculum in second grade explores the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.

Third Grade

The visual arts curriculum in third grade explores the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.

Fourth Grade
The visual arts curriculum in fourth grade explores the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.

Fifth Grade
The visual arts curriculum in fifth grade builds on the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.

Sixth Grade
The visual arts curriculum in sixth grade builds upon skills learned previously. A continuation of the study of the elements and principles of art are explored through various two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects. Students keep a portfolio inventory and complete a self-assessment of reflective questions about each project completed.

Seventh Grade
The visual arts curriculum in eighth grade builds upon previously learned skills. A continuation of the study of the elements and principles of art are explored through various two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects. Aesthetics and the four steps of art criticism are introduced and applied to various art works, including the students own. Students keep a portfolio inventory and complete a self-assessment of reflective questions about each project completed.

Eighth Grade
The visual arts curriculum in eighth grade builds upon previously learned skills. A continuation of the study of the elements and principles of art are explored through various two-dimensional and three-dimensional projects. Aesthetics and the four steps of art criticism are applied to various art works, including the students own projects. Students keep a portfolio inventory and complete a self-assessment of reflective questions about each project completed.

St. Mary's Episcopal Day School
2101 South Hubert Avenue
Tampa, Florida 33629
(813) 258-5508
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Academics ~ Enrichment Art

First Grade The visual arts curriculum in first grade explores the study of themes in art, artists, art media and techniques, and the chronology and history of art. Students develop skills to understand and appreciate artwork as they participate in hands on art activities.