Did you know? Every so often, an Arts Impact project becomes a permanent installation! These displays are an amazing way to showcase students' work and beautify our partner schools. Here are some installations within CMSD:
School: Harvey Rice Wraparound School
Students: 6-8th grade Art Club
Project: Window art inspired by Van Gogh
School: Wilbur Wright PK-8
Students: 4th graders
Project: 3D geometric paper installation
School: Riverside
Students: 6-8th grade Art Club
Projects: Silhouette mural and plexiglass airplanes
Impact Week
Our program team kicks off each new school year with "Impact Week" to build our knowledge and skills! This year featured both outside consulting and staff-led workshops with topics such as:
Classroom Management
Building a Creative Culture
Authentic Assessments
Teaching Art to Students with Disabilities
Using AI in Art Education (led by Stephen)
BIPOC Artists and Artists with Disabilities (led by Kelly)
Woodshop Tools and Safety (led by Lynda, PICTURED)
Incorporating Dance & Movement into Lessons (led by Leah)
We're ready for an exciting new year!
Call for New Partners!
Arts Impact has space available in our schedule for the 2024-25 school year! Help us bring learning to life for more students, increasing personal and academic growth and success.
If you know of a potential program partner for us, please contact maryanne@artsimpact.org to learn more.