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Art department seeks standardized materials and unit revisions as high‑school enrollment falls
Summary
West Bend art teachers reported consistent K–8 scaffolding but declining high‑school enrollment and inconsistent materials across sites; they recommended moving into develop/design to revise units, add fifth grade alignment, and pursue standardized materials.
Michelle Bartell and Talia Bladel presented the art department’s evaluate‑phase findings to the Curriculum Committee. They said the department’s mission emphasizes inclusive art education to develop creativity, confidence and visual literacy across K–12 and that studio‑based, hands‑on learning is a program strength.
The team’s needs…
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