Art DepartmentLarge variety of courses and levels | Only AP Art History class in BVSD | Student art shows and contests | Experienced, practicing teachers
Large variety of courses and levels | Only AP Art History class in BVSD | Student art shows and contests | Experienced, practicing teachers
Offering a quality, relevant, exploratory-based, visual art program for artistic and non-artistic students alike. Student ExperienceMonarch’s Art Department is a welcoming place where artistic and non-artistic students can experience the visual arts, taught by caring, highly qualified art teachers. Each student is provided with the materials, tools and techniques to succeed and reach their highest artistic potential. Whether headed off to an art career or interested in broadening their educational horizons, there is a place for everyone and everyone has a place.Faculty and Resource Highlights- 3 teachers- Over 55 years combined experience- 3 Master’s Degrees total (MFA in painting, MA in Art Education, MA in Art History)- State of the art equipment in our darkroom, pottery studio, airbrush studio and digital lab- 1 Nationally Certified Teacher
Faculty and Resource Highlights- 3 teachers- Over 55 years combined experience- 3 Master’s Degrees total (MFA in painting, MA in Art Education, MA in Art History)- State of the art equipment in our darkroom, pottery studio, airbrush studio and digital lab- 1 Nationally Certified Teacher
Scroll down for moreRecent student accolades include Gold, Silver, and Honorable Mention at Scholastics. Recent graduates are pursuing degrees at Rhode Island School of Design, Brooks Institute, RIT, CU, RMCAD and dozens of other fine arts colleges.
Courses
AP Course
Photography 1-4
AP Art History
Pottery and Sculpture 1-4
Drawing and Painting 1-4
Digital Art and Design 1-2
Foundations in Art
Arts of the World
Course Details
"I was always really impressed with the art department at Monarch because it offered a true variety of classes, and it is home to some of the most fun and knowledgeable teachers I've had.”– Kaitlin Gilland, Class of 2010
"Not only was I taught by some of the most incredible teachers I've ever had the honor of meeting, but if it wasn't for the art department I wouldn't be set off in the direction I'm going today.”– Connor Etges, Class of 2010