Visual Arts instruction is an intrical part of  education.

Students participating  in an enriched experienceof hands on creativity and imagination while

 painting  with various wet medium. 

The literacy component to visual arts instruction is vital to producing a well balancedgeneration

 of young upcoming artist. All visual arts students are required to infuse theacademics of reading

and writting into their learning. From text, students  acquire the skills to articulate the language

of the visual arts.

Students work grade 6  spring of 2005 school year M.S. 587 and The Island School 188

Students work grade 6 spring 2006 school year

THE ISLAND SCHOOL P.S./I.S 188 STUDENTS SHARE THEIR ARTWORK WITH THE
WORLD!

New York, NY -- Move Over Famous Artists! The Island School P.S./I.S 188 artists are taking over the spotlight!  Kevin McDowell, the school's Art Teacher, has teamed up with Artsonia, www.artsonia.com  the world's largest online kid's art museum  to display the students' artwork. Anyone can view the school gallery online at:www.artsonia.com/schools/island5. Visitors can browse the artwork in the school gallery by grade level, or by specific exhibits.  The Island School P.S./I.S 188
students join thousands of students from over 100 countries whose artwork is showcased on Artsonia. "This program is a wonderful way to get parents and family members more involved in Art Education," said Kevin McDowell.

All of Artsonia’s one million pieces of artwork are viewable online, and any teacher or parent can create an online art gallery for their child or school. Artsonia provides several online features such as fan clubs and personal guestbooks, as a way for families to encourage the creativity and imaginations of their young artists. In addition, family members can purchase keepsakes imprinted with the child’s artwork, with Artsonia donating 15 percent of their annual product revenue back to
school art programs.

Headquartered in Chicago, Ill., Artsonia was established in 2000 as an online kid’s art museum providing free, educational resources for kids, families and schools to create art projects. Since its inception, Artsonia continues to integrate technology in the classroom, develop multi-cultural understanding through art and increase family involvement in children’s education. To find out more, visit www.artsonia.com.

Students work the Island School P.S./M.S. 188

for additional samples of students work click on the Island School link

Students at work Video Clip