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Conyers proclaims March Youth Arts Month; student photography exhibit highlighted
Summary
The Conyers City Council proclaimed March as Youth Arts Month and city officials and arts partners showcased a student photography exhibit created in partnership with local schools and arts organizations.
Mayor and council members read a proclamation recognizing March as Youth Arts Month and highlighted a student photography show produced in partnership with local schools and arts organizations.
Shelly Seibert of the Arts Council introduced Katie King, a teacher who organized the student photography project. “We appreciate all the support of our city and our county that provide opportunities like the photography show,” King said. Seibert described the program’s near ten-year history, its ties to the Cherry Blossom Festival and the involvement of local partners who have helped host and display students’ work across the community.
The proclamation, read at the meeting, notes that art education “develops students’ creative potential and improves problem solving and critical thinking skills,” and encourages citizens to support quality school art programs. City staff said the current exhibit uses a new city facility to display student photographs during Youth Arts Month.
Council members and staff praised partnerships among the school system, the Rockdale Council of the Arts and local organizations for supporting student arts experiences across elementary, middle and high school levels.
