GNSMS Art Department

349 Lakeville Road, Great Neck, NY 11020

Tel. (516) 441-4640

 
WELCOME TO THE SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL ART DEPARTMENT

The role of the art program at the middle school level is important in relation to the needs of the sixth, seventh and eighth grade students that the middle school encompasses. The social, psychological and emotional needs are of particular concern to the structure and educational position of the art curriculum. The art program aims to engage students in hands-on art activities that foster a positive feeling of self worth in the students.

The Art Curriculum is both sequential and spiraling. Each grade level has a specific focus addressing skills, creative expression and aesthetic appreciation. The overlap of concepts varies in depth.

At its most basic level the program exposes students to a variety of art forms, media, material and concepts. It provides students the opportunity for “hands-on” experimentation and application in a variety of content areas. Many different art materials are studied and used. The art program aims to foster creativity and promote self-evaluation. The program also encourages problem-solving techniques and critical thinking on the part of the student(s).

The art program at South Middle School is aligned with the New York State Visual Art Standards at the intermediate level outlined below:

Standard 1: Creating, Performing & Participating in the Arts

Standard 2: Knowing and Using Art Materials and Resources

Standard 3: Responding to and Analyzing Works of Art

Standard 4: Understanding theCultural Dimensions of Art

 

Important News on Education in the Arts!

President Obama declares October, National Arts and Humanities Month

Click here to read the President's Proclamation.

Click here to read the U.S. Secretary of Education,
Arne Duncan's August 2009 letter to Schools and Community Leaders on "the importance of the arts as a core subject
and part of a complete education for all students."

 
 6th ANNUAL NASSAU ALL COUNTY ART SHOW

ADELPHI UNIVERSITY

RUTH S. HARLEY UNIVERSITY CENTER

SUNDAY MARCH 21ST, 2010

12:00 noon - 4:00 PM

2010 ALL COUNTY ARTISTS

8th Grade

Michelle L.

Kenny L.

Serena K.

7th Grade

Brett D.

Shanee K.

Jasmin T.

Sherry Y.

6th Grade

Robin P.

Zoe W.

This award is designed to honor three outstanding students in Art class at South Middle School every quarter.  These three students are recognized for demonstrating a commitment to excellence through their artistic acheivement and outstanding school citizenship.

Quarter 1

GRADE 6 - JUSTIN  Q.

GRADE 7 - BRETT D.

GRADE 8 - CAROLINE W.

Quarter 2

GRADE 7 - Anu V.

GRADE 7 - Ally W.

GRADE 7 - SherryY.