Wedging Workout

Some of our fifth grade boys got a pretty good workout this week..... during ART class! As they finished their pointillism projects, these strong fellows put their muscles to work wedging clay for some upcoming pottery projects.

Mud Mugs?

What kid doesn't love to play in the mud, right? Well, our 6th graders were no exception when it came to getting dirty in Art the last couple of weeks as they worked on a variety of pottery projects. Some made mugs, while others made clay sculptures or tableware. We can hardly wait for them to be ready to fire!

We're All Ears in Computer Lab...

Computer classes are off to a great start this year. The little ones have been busy learning about the parts of the computer, and how to use computers safely and properly; while grades 2 through 6 have been completing the beginning of the year STAR reading and math tests. AND as of Thursday all the students are enjoying new headphones!

Eagles' Flight Pottery Workshop

The first annual Eagles' Flight online auction, held this past spring, was a huge success! THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to all who participated whether by donating items for auction, bidding, or working behind the scenes! We truly appreciate your help!

These PDS cuties and I had a blast at the Eagles' Flight Pottery Workshop this summer! AND don't you just love their pottery?  We have a few more pieces to fire, but I couldn't resist giving you a sneak preview of their work.

 

Art....Ala "Cart"

As you've probably heard....BIG changes are in store this year for the PDS Art program! Our growing enrollment has outgrown the main building so a BRAND NEW ART ROOM and SOAR lab are in the works! YAY! Groundbreaking should take place soon, with a target completion date the end of December. Until then, it will be Art Ala "Cart" for me and my students!

And The Winners Are......

Each Spring the MAIS  Art Competitions are held. Student artists in K4 through 6th grade compete in five media categories. First and second places are awarded at the district level, with the first place winners advancing to the Overall Competition.

I'm so pleased to announce that PDS walked away with EIGHT Overall ribbons.....and the WINNERS ARE.....

Front: Gracie, K5 First Place; Ann Howarth, K4 First Place; Logan, First Grade 1st Place;
Caroline, First Grade 2nd Place
Back: Elizabeth,Third Grade 2nd Place; Rebecca, Fourth Grade 2nd Place;
Skylar, Third Grade 1st Place;  Tristan, Third Grade 2nd Place

CONGRATULATIONS!

Buzzzzzzzzz!

We have been as busy as little bees in the art room! Pottery....painting.....paper sculptures.....

My, how time flies when you are having fun!