Art

The Art program at Heatherwood strives to create an early appreciation and passion for art and extends beyond the classroom curriculum through subject-related art projects.   Our art program embraces principles of nature-based STEAM education, by integrating science, technology, engineering and math into lessons and projects.

Students in primary grades are introduced to the basic elements of art via projects that explore line, texture, form, shape, color, composition and value. 

Students in intermediate grades are challenged with more complex projects using the elements of art and by embracing the Studio Habits of Mind while planning and creating meaningful work. 

At Heatherwood, students discover the elements of art (color, line, shape, texture, and space) and the principles of design as they draw, paint, sculpt, build, observe, and talk about art. Many different art materials and techniques are used to communicate students' ideas and feelings.  Students learn about artists and art from different cultures and have fun learning and making art!

Students create bodies of work with semester-long art portfolios, which they bring home two times per year. Heatherwood students are celebrated as artists in our building and in our community, with opportunities for students to have their artwork showcased at the district Ed Center, the Boulder Public Library, and other venues.  Students are also made aware of exciting competitions and contests that they can participate in.

What can you do as a parent?​ 

• Ask your child about art class.
• Display your child's art projects with pride.
• Keep a portfolio with all your child's artwork.
• Frame and display your child's work in your home.
• Volunteer to be an art room helper.
• Donate interesting unwanted junk to the art department. 
• Take your child to art galleries, art shows and museums.
• If you are an artist or have an art specialty, volunteer to share your talent at Heatherwood.​​

Curriculum

Our curriculum sequentially supports the district and state Visual Arts Standards as follows:

• Communication: Students recognize and use the visual arts as a form of communication. 
• Perception: Students know and apply the elements of art, principles of design and sensory and expressive features of the visual arts. 
• Materials and Techniques: Students know and apply visual arts materials, tools, techniques, processes and technology. 
• History and Culture: Students relate the visual arts to various historical and cultural traditions. 
• Analysis: Students analyze and evaluate the characteristics, merits and meanings of works of art.​​