Updated: Sep 20, 2021
St. Louis school had artist Lizzie Russell back for a second visit to teach a new group of students basic information on dance history and dance moves. Grades kindergarten, fifth grade, and first grade all were able to see a wonderful presentation on dance. Students got to see ballet slippers, tap shoes, and Character shoes. She told them about a ballerinas typical day and then had them try out basic ballet positions Mrs. Russell also taught them a simple line dance and gave a demonstration on tap dancing. The students thoroughly enjoyed all the movement and learning about a new artform.
Artists from HotBlownGlass, Ltd and Glass Arts Indiana, Inc. brought their MOBILE Hot Shop to BMS for 2 days. All arts rotation classes were given the opportunity to see how glass blown art is made. They artists explained the science behind glass blowing explaining the chemistry of the glass itself, melting points, and the chemistry of the colored glass. They showed how glass reacts to various elements in the molten state and how they manipulate it. They spoke about what education they have, what kinds of art they make and how they make money in this field of art. This was an awesome experience that students will cherish.
All 6th , 7th , and 8th grade BMS students had science, social studies, History and advisory class enrichment activities that they did in conjunction with viewing the exhibition. The Civil War exhibition aligned with the 8th curriculum, Rainforest and Easter Island aligned with Earth Day and supplements Science and Social Studies curriculums. Gaudi Exhibition aligns with visual arts and Industrial technology curriculums.
