The district is sharing the spotlight with our incredible art teachers and students from elementary to high school. Some very creative work has been selected for the Capital Region BOCES 32nd Annual Student Art Show. This year’s show is virtual and it features over 200 artworks in various mediums.
“Congratulations to all of our students for this recognition and thank you to the teachers in our art program who give students the tools by which to express themselves,” said Deputy Superintendent Kathleen Skeals. “The creative expression of ideas is always important, but it is especially important during challenging times such as these as art becomes a medium by which students can express themselves, grapple with realities, or simply celebrate the everyday beauty in the world.”
Anne Manzella, District Supervisor of Visual & Media Arts said, “We are most pleased to have found new ways to celebrate student artwork in the region. The Art Show has been a staff favorite at Capital Region BOCES for over 30 years. The staff has always enjoyed taking the time to browse the over 250 photos that brought color and delight to our office walls each May. As much as the staff will miss the physical show, I am sure they will also enjoy browsing the digital version.”
Blue Creek Elementary
Teacher
Ms. Maya Trawinski
Students:
- Lissete Reyes, Grade 3; Pattern Fish
- Ava Deyette, Grade 1; Jim Dine Hearts
- Caroline Hunt, Grade K; Peacock
- Joni Gorr, Grade 2; Cat & Bird
Latham Ridge Elementary
Teacher
Ms. Jennifer Youmans
Students
- Alexis Haberland, Grade 1; Owl
- Magdalena Kucharczyk, Grade 1; Owl at Night
- David Li, Grade 2; Thiebaud Desserts
- Molly Matott, Grade 2; Daphnis Minimalism
Forts Ferry Elementary
Teacher
Ms. Shannon Smith
Students
- Aiden Amiccuci , Grade 2; King Hearts of the Country
- Dillon Gilber, Grade 1; Picasso Portrait
- Paige Twinam, Grade 1; Picasso Portrait
- Andrey Chereshnov, Grade 2; Klee Rollercoaster
Southgate Elementary
Teacher
Ms. MaryBeth Aldous
Students
- Mia VanWormer, Grade K; Kusama Pumpkin
- David Ortiz, Grade 1; Line Painting
- Harrison Shevy, Grade 2; Star
- Andrew Stashenko, Grade 3; Shape & Patterns
Boght Hills Elementary
Teacher
Ms. Laura Duffy
Students
- Quinn Hungershafer, Grade K; Line Heart
- Amelia Conrad, Grade 1; Cave Art
- Caleb Cheban, Grade 2; Line Lion
- Zelda Nguyen, Grade 3; Untitled
Loudonville Elementary
Teacher
Ms. Kathryn Stanley
Students
- Leah Vecchione, Grade 1; Non-Objective Collage
- Miles LaFountain, Grade 2; Josef Albers Inspired Collage
- Willis Marks, Grade 1; Ceramic Bird
- Elin Kusche, Grade 3; Kehinde Wiley Inspired Portrait
Shaker Middle School
Teacher
Ms. Maya Trawinski
Student
- Elinor Meade, Grade 5; Owl
Teacher
Ms. Mary Lancaster
Student
- Luciana Reed, Grade 4; Cave Painting
Teacher
Ms. Kathryn Stanley
Student
- Adele Peters, Grade 5; Charles McGee Inspired Sculpture
Shaker Junior High School
Teacher
Ms. Anne Manzella
Student
- Joshua Hennessey, Grade 8; Fauve Landscape
Teacher
Mr. Jude Hanley
Students
- Gianna Greco Grade 8; Atmospheric Perspective
- Harika Byraju Grade 8; Self Portrait
Teacher
Mr. Aaron Haacker
Student
- Marley Ruberti, Grade 8; Their Lives Matter
Shaker High School
Teacher
Ms. Carrie Lue
Student
- Sydney Cody, Grade 10; Digital Photograph
Teacher
Ms. Kimberley Case
Students
- Timothy Braman, Grade 11; Claudia (in yellow)
- Rosila Elebyjian, Grade 10; Digital Landscape
Teacher
Ms. Lynn Marie Paris
Student
- Abigail Poole, Grade 11; Collage Self Portrait