{"id":174289,"date":"2024-03-21T08:44:48","date_gmt":"2024-03-21T12:44:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/artsphere.org\/?p=174289"},"modified":"2024-05-12T20:48:07","modified_gmt":"2024-05-13T00:48:07","slug":"asi-bulletin-april-june-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/artsphere.org\/blog\/asi-bulletin-april-june-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"ASI Bulletin \u2013 April\/June 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
Happy Spring! After a vibrant and creative winter, we’re eager to celebrate the season by integrating art and education meaningfully. Our programming and partnerships blend seasonal festivities, environmental awareness, and community service. We’re inspired by ASI staff’s dedication to using art for observing and connecting with nature. Witnessing the diverse projects our students undertake this semester fills us with joy, and we’re excited to see what they’ll discover next.<\/p>
This Spring, students will be learning about Pura Belpr\u00e9 and<\/span>\u00a0making puppets. The incorporation of Belpr\u00e9\u2019s use of puppetry and personal storytelling as projects for our students adds an interactive and personal touch to the learning experience and is a fantastic way to engage classrooms with literature and art.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Our students\u2019 use of art to celebrate holidays and create social-emotional connections is both innovative and impactful. From Groundhog Day to the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge Junior Duck Stamp Contest, our students are not only expressing their creativity, but also gaining valuable insights into the importance of environmental conservation. The use of ceramics and clay deepens this connection, enabling tactile expression and a bond with the earth.<\/span><\/p> Moreover, our MLK Day of Service projects, where volunteers researched musical instruments and students made valentines for senior citizens, reflects a commitment to cultural understanding and community outreach. The positive affirmation posters and game creation further contribute to fostering a positive and collaborative environment.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p> Distributing books to students, painting murals at recreation centers, and engaging in service sorting projects showcase a holistic approach to education and community involvement. Our curriculum efforts are making a positive impact on the students and the broader community.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>As we continue these endeavors, may the creativity and enthusiasm of our students continue to blossom, creating a lasting impact on their education and the community at large.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t Warm regards,<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t