Events
Creativity Needs Emphasis in Public Education
19 minutes in duration From CNN: “Editor’s note: Sir Ken Robinson, Ph.D, an expert in creativity, innovation and human resources, gave this popular talk at the TED conference in 2006… Robinson is a best-selling author whose latest book is “The Element: How Finding Your Passion Changes Everything (Viking).” He received a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth […]
Dearborn Schools Tile Project Makes the News
Sam Algaithi, right, hoists his brother Emrran Algaithi, 16, up to reach the ceramic tile he painted with the word “citizenship.” (Ricardo Thomas / The Detroit News) – From the Detroit News: Dearborn — A year of hard work is finally on display at Howe Elementary School. About 200 students spent last school year creating […]
Art Encourages Achievement
Participating in the arts enhances student achievement – Young people who consistantly participate in comprehensive, sequential, and rigorous arts programs are: 4 times more likely to be recognized for academic achievement 3 times more likely to be elected to class office within their schools 4 times more likely to participate in a math and science […]
Amazing Mural on Display Outside Dearborn Public Schools Board Room
Dearborn Schools Art Teacher, Mohamad Bazzi, poses before his collaborative work. – In case you missed the Journeys & Distances multi-media and mural instillation exhibition at the Padzieski Gallery, this amazing mural is now on display right outside the superintendent’s office in the DPS Admin. Bldg.: 18700 Audette, Dearborn, Michigan. From the OTHER-Arab Artists Collective website: “Journeys […]
Images from our 2009 City Wide Art Show
With four outstanding senior artists, amazing art from all grade levels, supportive parents and administrators, and hundreds of attendees, the 2009 City Wide Art Show was a triumphant success. We look forward to next year’s art show in May.
