Art

Mr. Fried and Mrs. Grenci  

Classroom Projects

The pursuit of an education in ART is nothing less than a  journey to the most vital  part of  the experience. Interwoven with every other branch of  knowledge, ART represents our gauge of  human civilization itself. It is as personally challenging as it is culturally urgent.

Children at Ben Franklin are steeped in an environment rich with resources from potter’s wheel to full color design examples; from printmaking to stitchery; from drawing basics to mathematically  inspired fiber pattern art. Each grade explores a variety of ART materials in a structure that is supported  by NY STATE guidelines on learning standards that are grade appropriate. Many periods in history are referenced as a host of materials and techniques are made available.

“Children have innate artistic abilities which are enhanced by calling attention to what they do best: create!” says Mr. Fried, one of the full time art teachers.