FINE ARTS

Fine Arts Overview

St. Andrew’s values self-expression, understanding creativity, identity development, exploration, development of technique, safe environment, and engagement in the community. We strive to preserve and develop these qualities through partnering with area arts institutions, valuing performance, studying historical significant artists and musicians, learning truth and beauty, and empathizing across cultural boundaries.

Visual Arts

The visual arts curriculum is project based, meaning students learn about the elements and principles of art, as well as art history, within the context of specific projects. Each year, all students K-8 study five artists in depth. The study of art history and culture is incorporated into art projects as students learn about works of art, art movements, and cultural expressions that relate to these five specific artists. Proper use of media, tools, vocabulary, and process is demonstrated in the context of specific projects. When possible, projects in art integrate classroom units of study, school-wide activities, field trips, holidays, or celebrations.

  • AMARILLO MUSEUM OF ART
    Students visit the AMoA biannually to engage in their outreach program to local schools.

  • FINE ARTS NIGHT
    Our annual showcase of student artwork and music is held at the Amarillo Museum of Art and Amarillo College. It is a celebration of our students’ creativity and the St. Andrew’s spirit.

  • PALO DURO CANYON ART TRIP
    Students visit in the Canyon in the fall for an inspiring day of creating art inspired by nature.

Performing Arts

Music and drama education is an integral part of children’s education at St. Andrew’s Episcopal School. We strive to provide a foundation for all students that is engaging and fosters an ongoing appreciation throughout the elementary school years and beyond. It offers a unique way for children to express themselves, to explore the human condition, and to develop empathy. Routine exposure to the performing arts inspires a higher level of thinking and reasoning that improves children’s capacity to learn and comprehend. All classes meet three times per week. Performances are produced in the Connie Wootton Fine Arts and Athletic Building. Students participate in our Grandparents Day, Lessons and Carols, and Fine Arts Night programs.

PRIMARY/INTERMEDIATE MUSIC & DRAMA

Children learn the language of music through elements of Orff-Schulwerk and Kodaly methods, active movement, and various songs and instrumental pieces from many cultures. Drama is approached through school productions and a variety of theatre games and exercises that thrive with the limitless imagination of children. In both programs, students develop their skill-sets in creating, performing, responding, and connecting.