Mr. Kelly Beach

When asked, the majority of people will tell you that they had an awful middle school experience. In 2006, I set out to change that experience for my students. As a teacher it’s my goal to provide my students a safe learning environment where they can express themselves artistically. Student learning in my art room branches across multiple disciplines through self-directed projects.  Each learning experience should incorporate gained knowledge from their core classes, in class demonstrations, and their own personal life experiences while creating meaningful and purposeful art.  It is my goal that all students select challenging tasks while applying their learning to these art pieces.  The ability to self-direct their learning, manage time and behavior appropriately, work individually and in teams are all essential skills that students will need when they enter the workforce.  Creating art through a Teaching for Artistic Behavior and Choice Based learning approach allows my students to receive and grow these skills in a safe and engaging learning environment while meeting their own personal needs.