IS183 Art School of the Berkshires

 

IS183 Art School's "Learning Through Arts" (LTA) program is an approach to arts integration that makes connections across multiple, rigorous disciplines while teaching conflict resolution and social emotional skills. LTA students have the freedom to experiment with advanced art techniques and mediums, create unique work, and find their voice, while reinforcing academic curriculum goals. LTA uses the hands-on process of art-making to engage K-12 public school students in problem solving, creativity, experimentation, and collaboration.

 

Being part of IS183 since the summer of 2013 and a Faculty Artist since the fall of 2014, I have been given the great opportunity to teach the next generation of creative, problem solving artists. I have been able to help guide students through projects and new materials, enrich curricula, and work with many amazing students, administrations, and fellow LTA Faculty Artists. My involvement with IS183’s LTA program has made me grow as not just as an artist, but as an educator too. I enjoy engaging with students and their interests while helping them find ways to succeed, learn, grow, and discover their inner artist.