Mrs. Gabriel’s Philosophy & Curriculum Overview

Philosophy - Art is an important essential component in the total development of each student. A heightened awareness of the aesthetic values of world cultures, the production of artworks, artistic heritage, perceptual awareness, and the uses of constructive art criticism promotes critical thinking and creative problem solving skills. At Belle Terre Elementary it is our goal to promote a positive learning environment in order to develop the students' sense of worth, trust, respect, individuality, and confidence in order to become life long learners.

Curriculum Overview - Students in K-5 visual arts classes acquire skills in drawing, painting, sculpting, printmaking, modeling, design, and computer graphics. They also acquire technical knowledge about types of materials and processes, from glazes for pottery to achieving perspective on two-dimensional surfaces. Students in the visual arts engage in creative activity as they draw, paint, and mold individual creations.Students in this class will learn to critique their own works and those of others. They learn about history and culture and the relationship of the visual arts to other art forms. They become aware of the many ways in which visual art permeates everyday life.