Curriculum

Elementary Art (Kindergarten through 6^th grade)

“In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth.” Genesis 1:1

At CCA we believe that God created all things. The entirety of our visible and invisible universe was created by Him. Using art to glorify our God and Creator is a core objective of CCA’s elementary art program. As students become more adept at recognizing and identifying visual art in our culture, they will have a larger scope through which they can worship and glorify God.

CCA’s elementary art program facilitates an appreciation for artwork of all styles and backgrounds, while developing a creative outlet for students to communicate their own ideas. Students will have an opportunity to enhance their motor skills, methods of observation, and problem solving techniques. Through the study of art history, students will discover that art has had an indelible effect on culture and can connect to all subject areas.

CCA’s elementary students will be able to recognize and identify how visual art can be used as a tool for: expression of our beliefs, aiding in Christian discernment, connection to our community, and fostering a response to our relationship with an infinite personal Creator. Each school year, the elementary art department hosts an annual Art Show to celebrate our students’ hard work and beautiful accomplishments.

The Art Education Curriculum is divided into 5 major units: Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, and Ceramics. Students will also learn and review the Elements and Principles of Design, as this is the basis for all Art Education. Wherever applicable, instructor will implement subject matter and topics learned in the classroom and appropriate literature.