Fairport Middle School Art Mission Statement

The mission of the Middle School Art Program in Fairport is to provide an environment for students to grow perceptually & cognitively.  Our program is based on the NY State & National Standards for the Arts as well as the elements of Discipline Based Art Education.   This educational method promotes skills in visual literacy, problem solving, and cultural awareness, verbal and non-verbal communication.   The acquisition of these skills by our students is achieved through the incorporation of art history, art criticism, self assessment, & aesthetics in all units of study.

The Curriculum has been written using the UBD format with the universality of Art as our linchpin. Units of study revolve around 2 dimensional design, 3 dimensional design and technology.  Cross-curricular links are incorporated throughout all three grade levels.

The goal of the Art Department is to provide a program that contributes to positive self image and the personal success of each student. With these goals in mind each student will become a more visually literate individual in our ever changing world.

Above is the format for the middle school specials for the 2018-2019 school year. 

7th grade Seascapes: Gelli Plate, watercolor, needle felting

6th grade Ceramic Seussical Gargoyles