Art

Developing the potential of each student at St. Cecilia Catholic School means providing for a well-rounded, cultural education. We believe that appreciation, understanding and experience in fine arts is an essential aspect of educating the whole child. The school’s Art program offers the following:

Art (Elementary)

• Implement the elements of art/ principles of design
• Imagination and artistic expression
• Art history
• Artist recognition
• Achieve necessary TEKS standards by grade
• Produce: drawings, paintings, prints, sculptures, mixed media, fiber, incorporating technology

Art (Middle School)

• Engage students in active learning through visual arts to improve cognitive functioning, increase critical thinking, and problem solving.
• 4 basic foundations of art:
  • Observation and perception
  • Creative expression
  • Historical and cultural significance
  • Critical evaluation
• Art HIstory and Techniques of artists
• Choice based art
• Achieve the TEKs standard for grade levels