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What Is Abstract Art? And IS It Art?
If you tend to be a literal person, you may be wondering, what is abstract art? You might look at a picture and try desperately to see what it is. Many people who believe they don’t grasp art will look at abstract art and feel frustrated. So they naturally deem it ‘not art.’ This is...
Daily Announcements W/E 10/27/23
• College Visits: Friday at 1 pm, University of Michigan will be here. Sign up using the QR codes around school or contact a school counselor for more information. • “October is Michigan College Month. While many Michigan colleges do not have application fees, some that do are waiving their fee at some point during...
Arts Academy Updates 10/19/2023
Arts Academy Updates 10/19/2023 Updates from Dr. Mitchell and Mrs. Ignagni will be added to our Daily Announcements on our website. You can always find the most up-to-date news there! This update and previous information are included on the Back-to-School page Upcoming calendar dates 10/20 – Fall Festival 11/13 – Board meeting (Board meeting time...
Daily Announcements for W/E 10/20/23
· Fall Festival: This Friday, immediately afterschool, the PTO will host a Fall Festival. It is free for the whole family. Games, food, prizes, and much more. Be sure to remind your families to join us for this fun, Fall Festival. · “October is Michigan College Month. While many Michigan colleges do not have application...
Daily Announcements W/E 10/13/23
• “October is Michigan College Month. While many Michigan colleges do not have application fees, some that do are waiving their fee at some point during the month of October. Please reference Xello under Links and Resources for more information.” • The school Poetry Out Loud assembly will be held on November 8. There will...
Daily Announcements for W/E 10/6/23
Clubs 2023-24 Arts Academy in the Woods Art Club- Thursdays after school- Grades 6-12 Room 113 with Mr. Guay Citywide Poets- Thursdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 205 with Mrs. Francis Drama-Wednesdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 107 with Mr. Messel Dungeons and Dragons -Tuesdays after school –Grades 6-12 Room 215 with Mr. Rector –...
Announcements for W/E 10/6/23
· Wednesday, October 4th, is Fall Count Day. Michigan requires that each student in school be counted. It is important for students to attend each of their classes today. Thanks for helping us make it a great day! · FEMA and the FCC will test a nationwide emergency alert Wednesday, (October 4th), sending a message...

Teaching Academics Through Drama
If you think teaching academics through drama is impossible, you’re not alone. But you may want to reconsider. As Shakespeare said, all the world’s a stage. Life is drama. In each person’s life, there is a steady flow of character and conflict – i.e. drama. Arts-integrated education takes advantage of this fact to craft memorable...
AAW Clubs and Workshops
Clubs 2023-24 Arts Academy in the Woods Art Club- Thursdays after school- Grades 6-12 Room 113 with Mr. Guay Citywide Poets- Thursdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 205 with Mrs. Francis Drama-Wednesdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 107 with Mr. Messel Dungeons and Dragons -Tuesdays after school –Grades 6-12 Room 215 with Mr. Rector Thursdays...
Clubs and Workshops
Clubs 2023-24 Arts Academy in the Woods Art Club- Thursdays after school- Grades 6-12 Room 113 with Mr. Guay Citywide Poets- Thursdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 205 with Mrs. Francis Drama-Wednesdays after school- Grades 9-12 Room 107 with Mr. Messel Dungeons and Dragons -Tuesdays after school –Grades 6-12 Room 215 with Mr. Rector Musicians...