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My Art
Education Philosophy ( Jennifer Henbest de Calvillo )
NOTE:
(I have personally written this statement
adapting it for publication for ISY and HIS, 2 International
schools that I have worked for. It reflects my personal opinion
in every sense and I have followed this closely in both
schools.)
The International School of Yangon (ISY) is dedicated to
providing all students with sequential classes in the visual
arts to help enhance the students creative thinking skills. We
provide them with weekly opportunities to make, mold and
demonstrate skills and techniques with all the Principles and
Elements of Art and Design. The curriculum is designed around
using a wide variety of mediums such as experiences in drawing,
painting, clay, wood, gold-leafing, printmaking, collage,
computer art, and mixed media materials. Experiences in the Arts
are essential ingredients for balanced intellectual growth.
It is our
philosophy that Art is an integral part of a child-centered
school. In our school we are responsible for helping students
understand themselves through the arts with process and
product. They also reflect upon their own art works and those
of others and develop the skills to not only self critique but
also to evaluate art from past and present contexts. Students
Grade 6-12 keep sketchbook/workbooks. Students will also be
versed and aware of art historical styles and have appreciation
for arts of all cultures through aesthetic understanding. The
hands on aspect of art training makes it possible to appeal to
all learning styles. Experiences with the Arts are vital to
stimulate imagination and creativity and to enhance cultural as
well as personal awareness.
Our Art Education department is staffed by certified
international art specialists, certified teachers and local
artists. Our Department emphasizes art history and art
criticism through local trips with guest artists. Field trips to
galleries, museums and workshops help to develop the students
appreciation and knowledge of a wide range of artwork. Art
activities can be correlated with academic curricula whenever
possible. We believe that our young people should use their
cultural heritage and international living experiences to
further their self-expression and individualism through art.
The study of art also presents opportunities for emotional
release and expression of one's own values and principles.
We feel that
all art should be displayed in and around the school and
community and that students should be involved in art community
service. Art community service has been incorporated into our
school wide community program for orphans and our 7th
Grade and 9th Grade class field trips. The annual
high school over night art trip is also an exciting borderless
classroomEreaching beyond the traditional art room lab. Our
goal at the end of each semester is to include every student in
the International School of Yangons Art Show. Advanced art AP
portfolios and sketchbooks are also highlighted. Our program
awards those who have made an extra effort by entering their
work into the Scholastic Art competition, Web art, 100 people
project or other local charity or international shows. We also
have a vibrant monthly community art night and an after school
arts program from Pre KE12 including mural making, set design,
pottery, photography, art cards, Burmese crafts and other
stimulating activities.
We strive to help our students be their personal best and
to create from the heart incorporating personal experiences and
developing technical skills thus building self-esteem and
artistic accomplishment.
Inherent in our philosophy is the fact that students will
enjoy art and appreciate the opinions, preferences, and skills
of their fellow students. Therefore, they will become lifelong
participants in understanding the importance of cultural
heritages and the vital significance of the creative process in
the local and international community. |
