SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES AVALABLE FOR LOCAL YOUTH May 26, 2009
Young at Art is a toddler art class that strengthens the bond of parent and child through the use of arts and crafts. Reservations are required for groups of 10 or more. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
Portraits push creative limits May 25, 2009
Remember high school art class. "Paint your own portrait," the art teacher challenged. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Celebration of Learning showcases student achievement May 24, 2009
Ergler's a student in the advanced art class. A short distance away, senior Brian Alex walked to the front of an area furnished with sofas and floor lamps and read a poem he'd written to a small audience. (Ellensburg Daily Record, WA)
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maybaby wrote on May 20, 2009 2:02 PM:" It seems simple to me...it starts at home. Teach your kids to be respectful of others, obey their elders...be a parent. If it's practiced at home, it won't be an issue at school. And JCPS need to get real. I spoke with Dr Steffas (sp?) a few weeks ago (from Lewis & Clark Middle School) and he denied there is any kind of discplinary problem, this is AFTER another student threw paint on my daughter during art class. Who does that? And what kind of... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Deadly accident in Montgomery county May 21, 2009
Witnesses tell WSFA 12 News three girls w 000029CE ere in the SUV. They had just left an art class, and were headed to one of the girl's home's to watch a movie when the accident happened. Investigators say the SUV flipped several times and went about 300 feet down Woodley Road. (WSJA.com, AL)
OCFAC announces summer classes May 21, 2009
The Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center has scheduled several weeks of art classes for students in first through eighth grades ... Students display pumpkins they decorated during an Orangeburg County Fine Arts Center art class. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Survival Overcomes Rape May 20, 2009
A man that Wyman recognized from an art class she had taken her freshman year approached her and they started talking. His name was Bruce. (Suite101.com)
Teen fires at teacher, then shoots self May 19, 2009
In an expletive-laced note, he wrote, "First, I will tell my art class teacher that I had to go to the bathroom. Then I would go to the last stall and 'gear up.'". Students stunnedEighth-grader Dustin Sevin said the boy has been his friend for several years and that he never talked about guns or violence. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Fiscal responsibility before override vote May 19, 2009
Tax payer rights wrote on May 18, 2009 10:22 AM:" The school district owes a complete and accuate breakout of all expenditures. How much is spent watering and maintaining water wasting drip systems on xeriscaped landscapes that don't even need water. How much is spent on special programs for students who are not even legal citizens? How much does art class cost? Band? Give us a complete breakdown. ". Amazed2 wrote on May 18, 2009 10:17 AM:" Okay, so if what you say is true why did the state of... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Sheriff: La. 8th Grader Planned School Shooting May 19, 2009
In an expletive-laced note, he wrote, "First, I will tell my art class teacher that I had to go to the bathroom. Then I would go to the last stall and 'gear up.". The school was scheduled to reopen Tuesday with enhanced security and several counselors on hand. (Fox News)
Journal indicates gunman may have had bigger plans May 19, 2009
The student wrote in the journal that he planned to go to art class and then excuse himself to go to the bathroom, where he would gear up before heading to the back of the main building and into the first classroom to begin his attack. At the end of the note, Webre said the student wrote, I am King. (WWLTV.com, LA)
How to Make Painted Clay Words and ... May 19, 2009
Clay words or numbers made by students in art class can be used for many things. Students like to create bright colourful words for their bedroom or playroom door. (Suite101.com)
Touch-screen cost has grandma at a loss May 16, 2009
You can always count on boys, even in art class, to make something that has future weapons potential. TOM: Anyway, there are several possible explanations for what happened. (San Francisco Chronicle)
From trash to 'tres chic' May 16, 2009
The Bridge Elementary School art class, led by Lynne Murray, continued construction of a large sculpture made from 469 recyclable lunch trays Monday, using clear tape to form triangles with the tray to keep the five-foot structure sturdy. Murray said she derived inspiration for the art project after students saw artist Tara Donovan s exhibit at the Institute of Contemporary Art in Boston this winter. (Lexington Minuteman, MA)
Artistic talent on display at Anderson May 15, 2009
Anderson Middle School s Teacher of the Year, Brown recognized and praised the work of the art class. Band teacher Charles Guardia directed the band throughout the evening. (New Iberia, LA)
Art students' masks are revealing May 12, 2009
Masks plastered, painted and adorned, channeling Aztec gods, dance and school spirit, were just some of the creations this spring in Aquinas High School's 3-D art class project. "Their goal was to create a character they might want to portray," said art teacher Garalynn Hauser. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Blessed Sacrament artist’s work begins national tour May 12, 2009
She comes to art class with all her sixth-grade classmates and listens and takes in all the directions, Link said. She makes her art fit the topic, but is very creative in the way she completes each art piece. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
China Quake - Reflections through paintings May 12, 2009
I have barged into an art class at this earthquake-hit middle school, which is still being held in a temporary prefabricated classroom ... She adds; "I told my students to express those feelings through painting. I really think that the art class helped the students to some degree.". (AlertNet)
On Mother's Day: Moms who rock May 10, 2009
Lily also gave herself a tattoo on her hip in art class with a sewing needle. "At least she was keeping with the theme of the class," Pam says dryly. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Juneau student featured on fine arts camp poster May 9, 2009
Now a seventh grader at Floyd Dryden Middle School, Cavanaugh created the piece in an abstract art class. She said it was her teacher that kept pushing her to add to the painting. (Juneau Empire)
Will assist chefs May 8, 2009
She claims that Owen Tuttle's art class, plus her experience in sculpting, sketching, and three-dimensional art, help with cake decorating, her current favorite cooking pursuit. Freeman is the daughter of Gaye Freeman and Rick Hinson. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
New from Dover Council on Aging (May 7) May 6, 2009
Tue May 05, 2009, 06:24 PM EDT. REMINDER Town Elections are Monday, May 18. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Koenig Art Emporium DevelopsStudio for New Art Classes May 6, 2009
SOUTHBURY - How does a Mommy and Me art class sound ... "Customers have been asking us to consider art classes in the day and evening," Karen told Voices ... "Our customers expressed a need for art classes for all skill stages. Customers kept asking for art themed birthday parties," added Sharon. (Voices, CT)
Coulee Christian play a learning experience May 5, 2009
They sought help from the art class for part of the set and constructed the biggest stage Coulee Christian has ever had. Though we re a small school, Coulee Christian has a rich tradition of producing great school plays, and this year the students are definitely taking it to the next level, principal Dan Odenbach said. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
From field to yield: artist inspires Apr 30, 2009
Art is a medium that seems to help kids express themselves, according to Kristen Guerin, teacher for the 2D Art class ... Students from her class, Maria Peirce s Graphics class, and Bob Lynne s 3D art class listened with intrigue to the professional in front of them. (Lake Wales News, FL)
'HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL': C-EMS production set for May 1-2 Apr 30, 2009
"The art class will be doing the scenery, the publishing class will create the program, and the music and drama classes will do the music and the acting."For some of our students, this will be their first live musical. Getting the grant was the only way we could do this. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Recorder offices receive nine same-sex marriage applications Apr 30, 2009
Thats Gay wrote on Apr 29, 2009 3:09 PM:" Haha, what a crowd of supporters!! I second the comment about the Tea Party coverage. Apparently a couple of goons standing outside the courthouse with a couple of signs that look like they were scribbled by 3rd graders in art class is big news to the DGC.What a joke. ". Seriously wrote on Apr 29, 2009 2:59 PM:" Are you talking about the event that was cooked up by conservative talk radio, Fix News and promoted by Republican financers?!?!?!?! That was... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
'Good Times' painter dies Apr 29, 2009
In a way, football was an advanced art class for the study of human anatomy. His paintings, now worth thousands of dollars, became gallery favorites and were purchased by Hollywood stars, professional sports team owners and singers such as Marvin Gaye and Sammy Davis Jr.. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Nurses, parents decry Sierra Vista school district job cuts Apr 28, 2009
40 years ago wrote on Apr 27, 2009 7:35 PM:" 40 years ago, I went to elementary school with an Art teacher, Music teacher, PE teacher, Librarian & a school nurse. I loved Math, Reading, Writing, but most of all I couldn't wait for Art class. By Middle school, I knew I wanted to be an art teacher. I've been teaching art in various states since the 1980s. This is the first place I've lived where these programs were taken away. I'm having a very hard time with these negative attitudes toward a well... (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Updated April 16 Around Town in brief Apr 18, 2009
Fri Apr 17, 2009, 01:21 PM EDT. Don t miss Steve Wronker s Comedy Hypnosis Show on Friday night, April 24 at the high school performing arts center, 56 King Street. (Littleton Independent, MA)
'Project Runway' host talks to students at ISU Apr 16, 2009
He called in his senior year in college transformational, thanks to the influence of a dynamic teacher in an art class. His parents paid for what amounted to a second undergraduate education so he could pursue his new artistic passion. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
Holland America Line Expands On-Board Culinary Enrichment Program to Offer More Than 60 Classes Apr 15, 2009
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Staying classy: Therman Statom brings art skills to classroom Apr 14, 2009
Artist Therman Statom draws Jennifer Peralta, 10, without looking at the paper during a mixed-grade art class at Janes Elementary School on March 31. Statom, a glass artist, is using drawing and movement exercises to teach basic principles and elements of art. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
April 9 Around Town news briefs Apr 10, 2009
Thu Apr 09, 2009, 08:15 AM EDT. Storm debris accepted. (Littleton Independent, MA)
It's a Jungle Down There Apr 9, 2009
Dear To Shoot,This woman could have gone to a photographer she doesn't know and explained she's taking a conceptual art class on taboo breaking. Instead, she came to the child of her close friend with this macabre project. (Slate)
Waterfowl return to Metcalf: Wildlife refuge celebrates Junior Duck Stamp art Apr 5, 2009
He devotes 100 percent of his time to the kids and their art, it's not just the duck stamp, it's every kid in school who's in his art class, said Sterchi. He's amazing. (Missoulian, MT)
DeSimio to showcase award-winning photography Apr 4, 2009
Published: Friday, April 3, 2009 2:09 PM CDT Bumping into a teacher you had for art class when you were a little kid is cool. Bumping into your old art teacher and getting your own art show out of the deal is even more cool, and that s fairly close to what happened to high school senior Alanna DeSimio. (Brenham Banner, TX)
Youth compete in event to end hunger Apr 3, 2009
AmeriCorps volunteers are coordinating the service event that will involved Boy Scouts Troop 68, Girl Scouts Troop 30493, Coos County 4-H, the Boys & Girls Club of Southwestern Oregon and students from North Bend High School's art class. The event is designed in honor of Cesar Chavez, a civil rights activist who peacefully fought for the rights of farm and migrant workers. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Artists in Schools Apr 3, 2009
Judging simply by facial expressions, the students in the art class were having a much richer experience than their counterparts in the computer lab. Contact Todd Disher at or (907) 352-2252. (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
Artist gives back by painting guitar for charity Apr 2, 2009
Amanda Dunbar's life changed when she was 13 because of an after-school art class. Until then, she had never shown a huge talent for art, but when she picked up a brush and oil paints, everything became Technicolor. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Entertainment)
New from the Dover Council on Aging (April 2) Apr 1, 2009
Tue Mar 31, 2009, 07:25 PM EDT. Dover - SPECIAL EVENTS. (Dover Sherborn Tab, MA)
Gooding students react to four-day school week Apr 1, 2009
Times-News: Magicvalley. to register or to login to your account. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
More of this story Mar 29, 2009
Students from Lynn Norton s AP Art Class made a majority of the chairs, while others from the career and tech center s graphic communications and housing and interior design classes also decorated chairs ... The clay sculptures were particularly unique, and were divided into categories designed by different art classes. (Westerly Sun, RI)
• Events Calendar Mar 20, 2009
Creative Arts Adventure (ages 6-18), 2-3:30 p.m.; and high school art class (ages 13-18), 3:45-5:15 Twin Falls Creative Arts Center, 249 Main Ave. W. Creative Arts session: learn techniques to create works in drawing, painting, sculpting, design and textiles. High school session: advanced drawing, painting, sculpting, design and textiles. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
School district has missed days waived by the state Mar 18, 2009
"Right now we go into the lunch room if we're going to paint," he said of art class activities that require an area without carpeting. Copyright. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Recreation news Mar 18, 2009
Get creative in this fun art class designed for young children. Class will include a variety of art materials to explore each week as well as stories and songs related to the class lesson. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Artist finds a way Mar 15, 2009
In 1985, Max took an art class in Idaho Falls. He was hooked. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Lerna woman creates detailed scenes on the feathers of wild turkeys Mar 14, 2009
She took one basic art class in college. The feather painting just fascinated me. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Ceramics for seniors Mar 14, 2009
One student says she is reminded of junior high art class. "What you do from here is all up to you," he said. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Saugus elementary pupils go without art lessons Mar 13, 2009
Donovan estimated that 999 out of 1,000 schools nationwide offer art classes at least once a week to students in grades 1-5 ... Uri Harel, principal at Veterans Memorial Elementary School, told the Advertiser it s regrettable that his students no longer have art class or for that matter a dedicated physical education period to complement their core instruction ... Lynnhurst Elementary School Principal Susan Carney said students have let her know that they miss art class. (Saugus Advertiser, MA)
Lights, Camera, Action At Lamont School Mar 11, 2009
Several dozen students at Mountain View Middle School are getting a lesson in some advanced art that many students don't usually get in their art class. "This is something a little bit different," teacher Lynda Bass said. (KERO 23, CA)
Small Business News and Events for Sunday, March 8, 2009 Mar 9, 2009
In addition, ladies may: Attend an art class; enjoy a yoga/pilates class; soak in one of two outdoor, ocean view Jacuzzi tubs; relax in the island s largest steam room; walk down and play at the secluded beach below; purchase unique items at the gift boutiques; simply lounge and relax. All proceeds from this event help the Zonta Club of Hanalei raise operating funds so that the work of community fundraising and scholarships can continue to progress. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
'We're going to miss her like crazy. It puts everything into perspective.' (469) Mar 9, 2009
Lodi High junior Colton Fountain said that he will have a hard time attending his art class and not seeing fellow junior Stephanie Jones sitting at a desk in the front row, always focused on what she was doing. He attended the Apple Academy with Jones, who died as a result of a vehicle accident last weekend. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Shaping clay, and minds too Mar 7, 2009
Art teacher Pam Dalton s second-grade art class spent Wednesday morning making a wide range of wildlife from dolphins to monkeys ... As students made their habitats with construction paper scraps and other loose materials, Dalton said that she tries to make students conscious of the constant reuse that occurs in art class. (Boxford Tri Town Transcript, MA)
» Plagues erupt Mar 7, 2009
"I thought the experiment was really kind of cool," she said, while sitting in her art class with teacher Thomas Sufana. "I passed it to a friend the first time I got it. The second time, I gave it to Mr. Sufana," she said. (Munster Times, IN)
JOHN CHAPPELL: North Notes Notebook: All Kinds of Activity Keeps Robbins Busy Mar 6, 2009
Spring is coming early to downtown Robbins, disguised as new antique shops, contests, art classes and outdoor adventures. A new outdoor club, Bear Creek Hiking Club, will focus on outdoors and recreation on Bear Creek. (The Pilot Newspaper)
Art class works to be showcased Mar 5, 2009
PHOTO COURTESY OF HERITAGE FESTIVALSARTIST IN RESIDENCE Berry's creations range from landscapes to still life. Other Articles in this Category. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Learn basic art techniquesat Ridge Art Association Mar 5, 2009
Bailey says, "The most ironic excuse I hear is 'I'd love to take an art class, but I don't know how to draw!' I explain, that's the point of taking the class!". Another course, "Acrylic Painting For Beginners" will meet on Wednesday mornings from 10 a.m. to noon for six sessions beginning March 11. (Lake Wales News, FL)
A stitch in time Mar 5, 2009
Sara said she knew only a little bit about sewing by watching her mom but hadn t really sewn outfits before art class ... Thanks to his art class and Mrs. Munson, Andrew said he now knows how to use a sewing machine, to sew by hand and how to iron, all skills he hadn t mastered before. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
S.F. Zipcar lets charity workers drive free Feb 26, 2009
Marshburn's best moment was getting a thank-you card from an after-school art class. Dozens of children wrote "thank-you Zipcar" on the card, but one had a different idea, and wrote, "Thank you Mom!". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Family 411: Fun, Frivolous or Forward-Thinking Ideas in a Flash Feb 26, 2009
Spring into something fresh and new: Sign up for an art class at the Erie Art Museum, 411 State St.. Classes, beginning March 30, will be offered in a range of topics including pottery, painting, photography, framing, drawing and African dance. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Kirchhoff inspires students to explore art Feb 26, 2009
One way this is accomplished is through an STP art class held twice a month for middle school students ... When asked why she was involved in this STP art class, student Jenna Hochstetler stated, "I'm in STP art because first of all, I love art. It's really fun stuff, and it's art you feel like you can do at your own speed. I like pastels and paint and it's great that I get to work with them in this STP class." Haylee Marner, also enthusiastic about her participation in this class stated, "I... (Kalona News, IA)
Landscapes Topic Of Art Class Feb 25, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009. Published: Wednesday, February 25, 2009 6:10 AM EST Bartow Art Guild will offer two new classes on landscape and wildlife painting. (The Fort Meade Leader, FL)
U.S. report tracks spread of stalking Feb 23, 2009
Wallace, now 28, was in her sophomore year of high school in 1996 when she sat next to Ryan Clutter in art class. Although they never dated or were even friends, he began turning up just about everywhere she went. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Norton outreach program molds children into artists Feb 22, 2009
Gisselle Martinez, 12, pours paint during art class at the In the Pines after-school building west of Boynton Beach. Her class is part of a free six-week course provided by the Norton Museum of Art, which offers after-school instruction to 750 area children. (The Palm Beach Post)
