ART with MEYERS: HP's First NAHS Induction Ceremony and Invitational

Friday, May 22, 2015

HP's First NAHS Induction Ceremony and Invitational

Congratulations to my dear friend and colleague, Miss Kelly Kuzicki, who started High Point's first chapter of the National Art Honor Society. On May 21st, we had an induction ceremony and invitational art show at our school. The show was judged by representatives from universities and Peter's Valley School of Craft. Thank you to the talented student jazz musicians who added class and flair to our exciting event.

Mr. Dan Freel, NJ Herald Photographer

'Carpet Stains and Window Pains' by High Point's Claudia Fasino

Mr. Jonathan Bowles, Rep from Montserrat College of Art

The Power of Art Education

All children, not only those with specific artistic talent, benefit from an education in the arts. The arts are, in themselves, a vital part of a comprehensive education. Current research suggests that young people who participate in the arts acquire skills that help them in decision making, problem solving, critical thinking, and teamwork. The arts also help motivate children to learn and achieve stronger results in core academic subjects. For some children, the arts even provide the impetus to stay in school and find their way to contribute to society. Creative thinking and art education challenge students to utilize the right-hemisphere of the brain more often, resulting in more holistic thinking and intuitive learning.