Summer Arts Enrichment Program Registration Underway

Courses are open to all students entering grades 4-9. The Teen Portfolio class is only open to those entering grades 9-12. Students from surrounding school districts are welcome, provided they supply their own musical instrument.

Coordinated by teacher Nicole Lynch, this summer’s program will feature many traditionally popular courses and some interesting new ones. “Some of our new popular classes include the Ukulele Jam Band, Digital Photography, Advanced Art of Aviation, Introduction to Acting, ROCKestra and Painter’s Palette,” Ms. Lynch said. “Don’t forget our usual favorites of Musical Theater, Guitar, Ceramics, Sculpture, Chess, Band and Orchestra just to name a few.”

Students can also get a head start with a new instrument during the summer program. “Beginning instrument lessons are available in small groups,” Ms. Lynch said.

The summer program’s teen portfolio class will also return this year for students entering grades 9-12. Guided by certified teachers, it’s a three-hour intensive course that runs daily from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

“Geared towards the art-minded high school student, this course will concentrate on observational drawing and advanced use of the elements and principles of art and design,” according to a teen portfolio course description. “Using a variety of media, students will be able to grow as artists while creating a collection of works to strengthen their portfolio. This course is ideal for the student putting together a college portfolio, building a breadth section for AP or for any art loving student looking to further develop their artistic skill set.”

A complete brochure featuring class schedules and descriptions is now available on the Huntington School District’s website at www.hufsd.edu. It will also be posted on the Huntington Arts Council site at www.huntingtonarts.org.

There is a fee of $120 per course plus a non-refundable $50 registration fee. The fee includes all course materials and a summer arts program t-shirt. The Harlie Treanor Memorial Scholarship Fund will award two full-time scholarships to Huntington School District students who are eligible for free/reduced lunch.

Questions? Contact Ms. Lynch at enrichment@huntingtonarts.org for more information.