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Art Department

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ABOUT US         

The LaFayette Art Department

The Art Department at the Junior/Senior High School provides students with opportunities to explore creativity through a wide range of traditional and contemporary art forms. Courses emphasize skill-building, creative problem-solving, and personal expression while connecting to real-world applications. Students engage in drawing, painting, sculpture, photography, digital media, ceramics,  and mixed media-based projects that encourage both individual voice and collaboration. The department fosters a supportive environment where students gain confidence, develop artistic techniques, and showcase their work through school and community exhibitions.

Our Differentiators

Mission

The mission of the LaFayette Visual Arts Department is to encourage innovation and problem-solving as well as helping students communicate their ideas visually while engaging with diverse perspectives and artistic traditions. We inspire students to express themselves boldly, think critically, and develop the skills to navigate and contribute to an ever evolving artistic world. Through exploration of a wide variety of techniques and mediums, students are encouraged to innovate, problem-solve, and

Vision

We foster a culture of high expectations, encouraging students to reach their full potential through a rigorous and engaging curriculum that promotes critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills.