Advanced Art classes will be offered to fifth and sixth grade students who are identified as both highly talented and highly interested in Art.  The criteria for the program selection are:

1)  The student consistently demonstrates excellence in art skills, technique, and creative problem solving with a variety of art forms and media.

2) The student consistently completes assignments on time and in a quality manner.

3)  The student demonstrates a positive attitude in Art.  The student exhibits self-motivation with a high degree of interest in pursuing Art.

Initially, each student's ability level will be assessed through a Composite Drawing Test and beginning art projects.  Recommendations from former Elementary Art Teachers are considered in the selection process.

The Advanced Art Program begins mid-late October.  Advanced Art classes are held during the school day, and are in addition to the student's regular art class.  5th grade AA classes meets on Day 3 at 1:30-2:15, and 6th grade AA classes meet on Day 6 at 1:30-2:15.  Parents of those students accepted will be notified and asked to sign a permission slip.  Class attendance is mandatory for participating students.  Students must remember to be on time and prepared for this class.

Please understand that space is limited with only two classes of Advanced Art available for each grade level.  Students who were in Advanced Art or an Art Enrichment program last year are not automatically guaranteed a spot for this school year.  ALL students will be assessed on a continuous basis for potential inclusion or removal from this program.