ART with MEYERS: Mikey's Cakes

Sunday, June 28, 2015

Mikey's Cakes

As I reflect on this past school year, I would like to send a huge THANK YOU to Mikey Meehan and his lovely family for their many generous donations of cakes and baked treats. Mikey kindly brought in and left many delicious cakes and colossal chocolate muffins on my desk! Having a student whose dad is a baker definitely has its perks!

This chocolaty surprise was for my 25th birthday this year (I've been saying that for many years now!)

This one was the end of year celebration cake.

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.