In a unique and heartwarming collaboration, students from Woodsboro Elementary and advanced ceramics students from Esperanza High School (EHS) joined forces to create an imaginative art project. This initiative was spearheaded by Kevin Kowalski and principal Melanie Carmona at Woodsboro, who aimed to foster creativity and cross-school connections through art.
At Woodsboro, students have the exciting opportunity to participate in “Art with the Principal” each trimester, an activity they can access by using the school’s PBIS currency, Woodsboro Way cards. As the second trimester drew to a close, several enthusiastic students—Mazy Richardson, Sreshta Olety, Emmalynn Segovia, Marcus Pinson, Noa Mateos Alvarez, Blake Massey, Maddy Hoang, Jenson Nguyen, Trevor Portillo, Salma Rabi, and Kailey Vien—were invited to draw their own unique monsters. Using cardstock and markers, the young artists poured their creativity into their colorful and imaginative designs.
Once the drawings were complete, the principal sent the students’ artwork to Ceramics Teacher Kevin Kowalski at EHS. Kowalski then engaged his advanced ceramics students, assigning each of them one of the monster drawings. EHS artists Kaylin Hanley, Sienna Sims, Carson McCormick, Carter Hills, Cody Schwartzenberger, Ashley Smith, Evan Manalastas, Addison Spoonhower, Jose Orozco, Brandon Becerra, and Matthew Belling skillfully translated the 2D artwork into 3D ceramic creations, adding their own artistic touch while staying true to the original designs.
The culmination of this project was a moment of awe and joy for the Woodsboro students. Upon receiving the ceramic versions of their monsters, their reactions were priceless. Gasps of surprise and delight filled the room, with one student exclaiming, “This is perfect!” The collaborative effort not only brought the students’ imaginative monsters to life but also created a meaningful connection between the younger and older students, highlighting the power of art to bridge different age groups and foster a sense of community.
This artistic collaboration between Woodsboro and Esperanza is a testament to the creativity and cooperative spirit of the students and educators involved. It serves as an inspiring example of how artistic projects can enrich the educational experience and build lasting memories for everyone participating.
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