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It is the philosophy of our department that art education is fundamental to human growth and provides students with intellectual, creative, and emotional experiences that connect them to a common core of knowledge. Art provides invaluable opportunities for students to use their imagination and problem solve using their own creativity. Art allows a forum for expression of the human spirit and validation of feelings in studying, creating and responding to art. Whether art is being pursued as a career or simply being studied as an opportunity to develop avocational pursuits, art education will heighten an appreciation for visual literacy and the challenges of creative self-expression.


Art experiences in the schools are valid to students because it gives them an opportunity to:

  • express visual ideas Student Art
  • develop aesthetic sensitivity and understanding of past and present art
  • value art as an important realm of human experience
  • cultivate attitudes and desires to protect and improve the visual environment
  • analyze the structure of a work of visual art
  • promote critical thinking skills
  • evaluate a work of visual art
  • expand ability to communicate in a non-verbal manner
  • expand the ability to perceive, interpret perceptions, and make aesthetic judgments
  • develop an appreciation for art created by people from other cultures
  • develop a desire for continued artistic experiences and expression
  • reveal and develop artistic talent
  • exhibit personal artwork in public places
  • enrich ability to perceive, understand and appreciate life

Art Department

8169 W. Victory Road
Boise, ID 83709
Art Cottage Dept. Office
M - F 12:30 - 4:30
911 Mt. Cove Rd.
Boise, ID 82702
PHONE ~ 208.854.6715
FAX ~ 208.854.6716

 

Boise School District
8169 W. Victory Rd., Boise, ID 83709
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Rock Art Images courtesy of JQ Jacobs