On a brisk Sunday morning, North and South High School Art Departments hosted its first collaborative community art project.
The planning began in the Spring of 2025 with October 12, 2025, as the official event date. High school art students designed and carved the majority of the 3/4 inch wood panels. The carving process took over 100+ hours between both schools. For most students, they had experience with the reduction relief cut method and were familiar with the printmaking process. It is essential to provide students with varied art experiences that continue to shape their appreciation, understanding, and engagement for the creative process and collaboration.
We were excited to bring this to the high school level so that our community can experience the art of printmaking using a 3-foot roller. In addition, encouraging attendees to try making their own linoleum and lego print.
A BIG thank you to our art teachers and the National Art Honor Society members.
The event would not be possible without the support of North administration, Michael Lubach, Ben Gasper, Ampersand Supply Co, Sargento, and The Thai Express Food Truck.
This event was supported by a grant from the Sheboygan Area School Distict and Utely Education Foundation.
Proceeds from the sale of the prints go towards both art programs.
Photo: Pat Ryan
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On January 25th, the Wisconsin Art Education Association hosted its Northeast Regional student art exhibition at the Neville Public Museum in Green Bay, Wisconsin. 16 school districts were represented with 160 students artworks on display. 99 artworks will advance to the state art exhibition in Madison in late March.
Congratulations to the following art students. Their artwork will advance to the state Youth Art Month Exhibition in Madison in late March. They are Imbellis C, grade 12; Sydona E, grade 9; Miki K, grade 10; Quinn L, grade 12; Beyonce C M, grade 11, and Isabella M, grade 10.
This exhibition is part of several regional student art exhibitions that celebrates Youth Art Month across the state.
Congratulations to all K-12 art students and art teachers!
Image courtesy of Wisconsin Art Education Association.
Sheboygan United States Post Office, 522 N. Ninth Street, Sheboygan 53081
Art Foundations 3 USPS Postage Stamp inspired designs are on display at the Sheboygan United States Post Office, 522 N. Ninth Street, Sheboygan 53081, from January 2 through February 28, 2025. These one-of-a-kind stamp designs demonstrate student interests, colored pencil techniques, and conceptual ideas. Over 70 artworks were created from our Art Foundations 3 courses. Only 23 were selected to be on display at the post office. The remaining artworks are on view at the art wing.
Student teacher Ms. Ellefson and cooperating teacher Mr. Juárez
As I wrap up my time at this high school placement, it’s hard to believe how much I’ve grown since I first stepped into the art classroom. When I began, I felt a mix of excitement and nerves, eager to connect with students and share my passion but uncertain about the best ways to bring out their creativity and confidence. Now, after weeks of planning, teaching, and learning from my students and colleagues, I can genuinely say I’ve come into my own as a teacher.
One of the biggest changes I’ve noticed in myself is my confidence in the classroom. At the start, I was so focused on following my lesson plans to the letter, afraid of deviating too much in case I lost control of the room or didn’t cover everything. But as the weeks passed, I learned to trust my instincts and adapt to my students’ needs on the fly. I became comfortable with the ebb and flow of each class, recognizing when to let them experiment freely and when to step in with guidance. This flexibility allowed me to connect with my students on a deeper level and encourage their individual artistic voices. I’m so grateful for this shift because it’s made teaching feel more like a collaboration than a one-way street.
Another highlight has been the incredible support and warmth from the staff. The teachers here have been so welcoming, always willing to offer advice, share resources, or just listen when I needed to talk through a lesson. Their kindness has not only made my transition smoother but has also shown me the power of a supportive teaching community. It’s reassuring to know that there are people who genuinely want to see me succeed and have taken the time to help me grow. I was lucky enough to work with a co-operating teacher that gave me the space to experiment with my teaching style and be very supportive and thorough in his feedback and suggestions. I also was right next door to another outstanding art teacher, who was always ready to give me a boost when I needed it. Their advice, stories, and comraderie has made this experience that much more impactful to me.
And, of course, I’ve made so many fun memories with the students! From their creative ideas to the unexpected classroom jokes, these moments have brought so much joy to my experience. Watching students discover new techniques or see them light up when their artwork turns out better than they expected has been beyond rewarding. The laughter and energy in our classroom are something I’ll carry with me as I move forward in my teaching career.
Leaving this placement is bittersweet. I’m excited about what comes next, but I’ll miss the students, the staff, and the daily rhythm we’ve built together. This experience has taught me the value of patience, adaptability, and kindness, and I know these lessons will shape me as a teacher for years to come.
I wish Sheboygan North a great rest of their school year, and thank you again for having me!
We are thrilled to announce Senior Taylor S has been selected to represent Sheboygan North High School in the upcoming teen exhibition, “This Little Light of Mine: A Teen Perspective on Joy”. Her drawing, “Beauty in Authenticity” will be on exhibit at the Museum of Wisconsin Art in West Bend later this month. Congratulations, Taylor!
This exhibition runs from April 27–July 21, 2024. There is an opening reception on Saturday, April 27 from 2 – 4 pm. MOWA is located at 205 Veterans Avenue, West Bend, WI 53095.
About this exhibition
In This Little Light of Mine: A Teen Perspective on Joy, teen artists explore what feeds the human spirit.
Every year MOWA’s Teen Council invite their peers to reflect on contemporary issues and thinking in a special annual exhibition organized by Teen Council members. This year, students were asked to consider how their lives foster joy, and to view the exhibition as an opportunity to celebrate both the mundane and extraordinary—in details about themselves, their journeys, relationships, communities, or the surrounding world that nourish their souls. This Little Light of Mine: A Teen Perspective on Joy encourages teens to be mindful of what fills their own cup but also how they contribute to the joy of others.
The exhibition features artworks from thirty-three regional high schools. Art educators from each school selected one piece to represent their art program and this year’s exhibition theme.
PARTICIPATING HIGH SCHOOLS
Arrowhead High School Bradley Tech High School Brown Deer High School Campbellsport High School Cedarburg High School Fort Atkinson High School Germantown High School Golda Meir High School Hamilton High School Harold S. Vincent High School Hartford Union High School Homestead High School Horicon High School Hustisford High School Jefferson High School Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School Kewaskum High School Kohler High School Lomira High School Marshall High School Menomonee Falls High School Milwaukee High School of the Arts Nicolet High School Northern Ozaukee High School Pius XI Catholic High School Saint Joan Antida High School Sheboygan North High School Shorewood High School University School of Milwaukee Waterford Union High School West Bend East High School West Bend West High School Whitefish Bay High School
Yesterday, several National Art Honor Society members installed Sheboygan North High students’ artwork at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center’s Youth Art EXPO. Under the guidance of JMKAC’s Programming and Engagement Coordinator, Claire Carlson, art students curated the submitted work and installed the work of their peers.
Join us for an opening reception on Thursday, March 21st from 4 – 6:30 pm at the Social Studio, 608 New York Avenue, Sheboygan.
This exhibition is part of the Youth Art Month celebration across the United States.
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The Sheboygan North High Art Department became a National Art Honor Society (NAHS) chapter in 2018. This is the first chapter of its kind in our North High history dedicated to the visual arts and art education.
Visual arts education is essential to 21st-century learning. As a NAHS chapter, we utilize NAEA (National Art Education Association) to stay ahead of developments in the field of arts education by being introduced to a broad perspective of important research, issues, and policy trends that are important. As an NAHS chapter, we are connected to thousands of chapters from around the U.S. who are passionate about the integral role of the visual arts in ensuring all students to receive a high-quality, effective, and well-rounded education.
We believe that the National Art Honor Society will provide our students with pathways leading to career and college readiness. In addition, introducing them to diverse art experiences beyond the walls of Sheboygan North High School aimed to expand their creative minds, gain new art skills, collaborate, and provide them with leadership opportunities, which will contribute to their personal, artistic, and academic growth.
This past weekend, Sheboygan North High art students attended a couple of receptions. Junior William L and Izzy A attended the Milwaukee Art Museum’s Scholastic Art Exhibition to receive their Silver key in Sculpture and Gold Key in Drawing/Illustration, respectively. Several North high art students attended the Sheboygan Visual Artists Student Art Show at EBCO. For some, it was the first time exhibiting in an art gallery. Talent comes in all shapes and sizes. We are happy that we were able to provide these students with opportunities to showcase their creative works.
The Milwaukee Art Museum’s Scholastic Art Exhibition had over 2,800+ submissions from middle and high school art students from Wisconsin. 778 were selected for this prestigious student art exhibition. The Sheboygan Visual Artists Student Art Show features K-12 student artwork from Sheboygan County.
The Wisconsin Art Education Association (WAEA) hosts 6 regional student art exhibitions across the state of Wisconsin. Over 600+ K-12 student artworks are submitted by WAEA members. Each region organizes a local regional exhibition consisting of an opening reception for the young artists. All students are eligible to receive an award by an arts professional. From the regional exhibition, a percentage of the artworks are selected to advance to the state art exhibition in Madison in celebration of Youth Art Month in March. There will be a public awards ceremony on March 22, noon – 1 pm, at the East Town Mall, 89 East Towne Mall, Madison, WI 53704. This is open to the public.
The Sheboygan North High Art Department is pleased to announce that six art students advance to the state art exhibition. They are Ellie B (gr. 10), Danica D (gr. 11), Dennis H (gr. 9), LilacL (gr. 12), Audrey M (gr.10), and Maria M (gr. 10).
This is a huge accomplishment for these young artists!
Congratulations to Junior William L. His pen & ink drawing was selected to be published in the January/February 2024 issue of SchoolArts Magazine. His artwork was made into a clip card, which is a mini lesson that can be used by art educators.
SchoolArt Magazine is a national art magazine dedicated to K-12 art education across the U.S.
The exhibition will run from January 2 through 31, 2024.
Ms. Mills
Chinese 1, 2, 3 and 4
Chinese Language students are interested in all aspects of Chinese culture, including history, folk legends, and mythology. The students’ artworks reflect their interests. Each piece of work is explained by each artist.
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