A guided research project where students explore the anatomy, history, and classification of a musical instrument of their choice.

A comprehensive lesson covering the evolution of ceramics across Mesopotamia, Greece, and the Americas, paired with technical skills for working with air-dry clay including pinching, coiling, and joining techniques.

Students explore atmospheric perspective through monochromatic ink wash painting, learning to control water-to-pigment ratios to create depth and mist-filled mountain landscapes.

A 6th-grade art lesson exploring the history and symbolism of tattoo design, culminating in a personal 'Traveler's Compass' project.

A lesson exploring the evolution of English theater during the reign of King James I, focusing on stagecraft, darker themes, and the transition to indoor performance spaces.

A comparison of Shakespearean theater practices, focusing on the historical context of boy actors and social reactions to the stage across different reading levels.

A comprehensive lesson on film music focusing on iconic composers, the difference between motifs and themes, and the impact of scores in movies like Jaws and Ghostbusters.

A focused introduction to the B Major scale for beginner bassoonists. This lesson covers the complex fingerings required for five sharps and provides a daily routine for developing technical fluency and tone.

A lesson focused on the power of peer feedback in the contemporary art process, teaching students how to give and receive constructive criticism to fuel growth.

Applying color, texture, and detail using acrylics and paint markers, followed by a final project reflection.

Building the 3D form using advanced folding, scoring, and attachment techniques while practicing studio habits and perseverance.

Introduction to paper engineering techniques, career applications, and project planning for 3D paper animal or mask construction.

A creative art lesson focused on watercolor techniques using Easter-themed outlines, designed for upper elementary and middle school students.

A comprehensive project where students create a 15-slide digital portfolio exploring every element and principle of art through research and visual curation.

The final premiere of the music video at the All-town Music Tech Showcase, followed by a live performance and student reflection on the collaborative process.

The technical phase involving on-location recordings at elementary and middle schools, followed by high school student-led mixing and video production.

Introduction to the 'Playing for Change' concept, exploring the themes of the chosen protest song, and laying the groundwork for the K-12 collaboration.