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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Sheboygan Sun | Sheboygan North and South students collaborate on steamroller printmaking event.
Sheboygan, WI – North and South High School Art Departments are excited to announce a community art event called “Steamroller Printmaking Event.” The event will consist of a 3-foot roller, creating large-scale prints that were carved out of wood. All wood carvings were hand-carved by North & South art students. During the event, there will be a make & take area where people can make their own prints and buy lunch from the Thai Express food truck.
This event is popular across our state, hosted by art institutions. On October 12th, we will bring this to the high school level. It is going to be a great opportunity to offer this to our students, staff, families, and the general public to experience and enjoy.
The Steamroller Printmaking Event is open to the public. FREE.
This event is supported by a grant from the Utely Education Foundation and Sheboygan Area School District.
If you go:
Steamroller Printmaking Event
North High West Parking Lot, 12th and School Avenue, Sheboygan 53083
Sunday, October 12th, 10 am – 2 pm.
All large-scale prints will be available for purchase by donation. Proceeds go toward both art departments.
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.
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
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.
Congratulations to junior Lucia H for being published in this month’s issue of SchoolArts Magazine. Congratulations to Mr. Juárez who has an article, “Agents for Equity” published as well.
Sheboygan, Wisconsin – Sheboygan North High art teachers Dannielle Arneson and Frank Juárez will be presenting at the annual Wisconsin Art Education Association Fall Conference in Red Wing, Minnesota in late October 2022. This year’s conference is a collaboration between two state art education associations; Art Educators of Minnesota and Wisconsin Art Education Association.
Arneson will be co-presenting on Interested in Becoming a Nationally Board Certified Art Teacher? This presentation will guide art educators about the process and how it is relevant for professional growth. In addition, a brief overview and an honest description of the work and time needed to achieve and maintain National Board Certification will be shared. Juárez will be presenting on Designing Your Very Own Virtual Artist Talks Series. In this seminar, attendees will learn how to design a virtual artist talk series centered on college and career readiness using readily available platforms to interview North art alumni.
This year’s conference theme is Collaboration, which will bring visual art educators from across both states for professional development, motivational keynote speakers, networking, and camaraderie. The National Art Education Association recognizes that the visual arts are grounded in the communities from which they come. Communities are complex, dynamic, and diverse. Communities bring people together and prompt individuals to identify themselves and each other as members of a group. NAEA members are encouraged to work with local, state, and national organizations that share common visions and goals. Resulting community arts collaborations can be nurtured through partnership projects and advocacy efforts.
For more information about this conference, visit wiarted.org.
The Sheboygan North High Art Department is pleased to announce that AP Studio Art student, Emily F, will represent our school at the The Weight We Carry: A Teen Perspective on Resilience at the Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) in West Bend, Wisconsin.
MOWA is having an opening party on Saturday, May 7th 2-4pm for the opening of three exhibitions – The Weight We Carry: A Teen Perspective on Resilience, Marion Coffey: The Art of Color, and Khari Turner: Mirroring Reflection. The MOWA Teen Council will be sharing their collaborative zine in response to the exhibition (pay as you can donation), MIAD staff will be available to meet with students, and music and a cash bar will be available to enjoy. Remarks at 3:00. Looking forward to seeing you all there! (LINK)Every artist and submitting art educator will receive complimentary admission to the opening for themselves and 2 additional guests.
Emily F
“There Is Still Hope”
2022
acrylic on canvas
20 inch diameter
More students or friends interested in joining? No problem- everyone is welcome! Single-day admission to the museum/opening includes a membership that offers free unlimited access for an entire year. This starts at $15 for 1 person, $23 for 2 and $50 for a whole “crew”. If someone is already a member the event is free!
The Weight We Carry: A Teen Perspective on Resilience runs from May 7 through July 3, 2022.
MOWA is located at 205 Veterans Avenue, West Bend, Wisconsin 53095
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