https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn Read over the headings and posts below (scroll right). Add your thoughts (click the " + " under the 6 headings on board) on what you feel makes a High School Art Program successful. Thanks for your help! en-us 2018-01-30 14:07:47 UTC 2018-02-01 20:34:34 UTC hello@padlet.com william_young6 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226080282 Must have and update a website that is public]]> 2018-01-30 14:13:40 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226080282 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226130163 Getting out and into the community with young kids in the arts is so important. It is important for making your classroom feel more intimate, and from my experience has directly impacted the level of enthusiasm both in the kids and community members. It has also served a great purpose with a willingness to donate to the program. Simply activating three community art events over the past two years has lead to over $2,000 for my art club.]]> 2018-01-30 15:25:52 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226130163 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226130178 2018-01-30 15:25:54 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226130178 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226134130 The ability to change the environment by having a class experience art in a different setting whether it is through field trip, classes outside, bringing people in for demonstrations such as professional artists , higher level instructors, or whatever you feel fits your classrooms environment.]]> 2018-01-30 15:31:20 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226134130 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226158214 promote your program by reaching out to do mural work at local businesses to personalize and promote your kids ability.]]> 2018-01-30 16:05:39 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226158214 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226159362 it is vital to be your own PR supporter. the more people can see your students work displayed and recognized their accomplishments (Scholastic s, Governors, County shows, Congressional, etc...). These shows validate what we do in the classroom.]]> 2018-01-30 16:07:15 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226159362 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226161164 Can you come up with projects to display at different levels of your district. Create a culture that supports the Art program not just a classroom, work with each building to see if you can create art contest from building to building,]]> 2018-01-30 16:09:43 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226161164 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226164007 Contact the local paper and news stations when you have extra events or accomplishments for your students. We call the news every time and they may not show but will when available it is a great promotional tool.]]> 2018-01-30 16:14:06 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226164007 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226181077 Adjust projects and how they are done while keeping your focus on your learning goals and standards. Keep projects exciting so your class is somewhere students are excited to go because they want to see what is happening next.]]> 2018-01-30 16:37:51 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226181077 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226183287 Adjust to your students body and what helps maximize your students bodies ability.  For example we have: 
First year:
Art I and Graphic Design 
Second Year:
Art II
Third Year
Art III, Ap Drawing, and Ap 2D Design
Fourth year:
Art IV, Ap drawing, Ap 2D Design, 
multiple CCP course offerings]]> 2018-01-30 16:40:52 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226183287 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226418919 Creating a group for students to join that is made up of kids who love art helps them to find their place in the school.  It also offers a way to get involved in community events through volunteering and creating artwork for your community]]> 2018-01-31 05:00:58 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226418919 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226419073 Display students work not only in the art hallway but the main hallway where parents and teachers travel through often. The main office is also a great location to display work. ]]> 2018-01-31 05:02:47 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226419073 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226419157 If permitted by the school. social media sites like twitter, FB and IG are a great way to showcase student artwork. Its an easy way to communicate with parents and to show off what you are doing in your classroom. ]]> 2018-01-31 05:03:46 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/226419157 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227040726 2018-02-01 14:13:41 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227040726 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227042515 Scheduling can often be the reason students do not take art courses. There needs to be a flexible and variety of course offered. ]]> 2018-02-01 14:16:19 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227042515 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227043204 Show at the end of the year to coincide with the music program.  (Jazz Fest) This provides additional foot traffic into the show beyond just parents of art students. ]]> 2018-02-01 14:17:19 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227043204 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227044561 Students need to be exposed to art and art skills to develop creativity and abilities.  A good elementary art program is essential. ]]> 2018-02-01 14:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227044561 https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227045678 Be sure courses are explained to middle school students so they are aware of what is offered when it comes time to schedule high school classes. (Powerpoint or hand-out)]]> 2018-02-01 14:20:55 UTC https://padlet.com/william_young6/11htz9hcddrn/wish/227045678