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Welcome to the Center School Art Room!
The art program is founded on the belief that children are inherently creative, unique, and capable. Sometimes we use process art (which emphasizes the process of creating something rather than a predetermined plan and outcome) and sometimes we use design thinking strategies (where we intentionally plan and refine our ideas). No matter the method, the journey is about creative thinking, self expression, exploration, play, and learning to work in a respectful, collaborative environment.
Greetings!
My name is Caitlin Dembkowski (she/her/hers) and I am the Center School Art teacher. I have been teaching studio art for 14 years. I am continually inspired by the curiosity and creativity of children.
One of my goals is to help students build confidence making art and developing their ideas. Everyone is creative and can benefit from creative expression. To learn more about the art program you can view the District Art Scope and Sequence . Some of my interests include the relationship between early literacy and drawing and teacher inquiry research.
If you have questions or comments about our art program please email me: cdembkowski@longmeadow.k12.ma.us
Art Education Resources
Department of Elementary Education and Secondary Education 2019 MA Art State Frameworks
DESE Featured Resource: Guidebook of Culturally Diverse Artists and Artworks
Thank you volunteers who help to display student work around school!
If you would like to volunteer in the art room please email cdembkowski@longmeadow.k12.ma.us. All school volunteers must have an up to date CORI on file with the Center School office. Stop by the office, with your license, to start that process.
"You can't use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have."
-Maya Angelo
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