By following the Massachusetts State and Malden District Art Curriculum, students are able to experience . . .

...multiple materials and techniques
...explorations using observations and abstractions
...elements of art and principles of design
...creating art work for assessment and exhibitions
...the value of interpretation and analysis of their own work and others
...an introduction and promotion of key terms for the Visual Arts
...connections between other subjects, cultures and the world around them
...understanding of all arts, roles of artists and purposes of art

Staff K - 8
Beebe K-4, Andrea Sullivan
Ferryway K-4,Courtney Kiley, 5-8 Breanne Mahoney
Forestdale K-8, Deborah D'Ortona
Linden K-8, Joseph Luongo
Salemwood K-3 Christine Berg, 4-8 Meg Steele Wingerath

Visual Arts 9-12

In the language of art, metaphors are built from our imaginations

The goal of the Visual Arts Department at Malden High School is that students embrace the values of arts appreciation. The curriculum strives to instill confidence in the learners artistic self-expression, and in the artistry of others.

The visual arts curriculum supports this goal be actively promoting of arts education in the general education of all students. Understanding that individual learners have different learning styles and unique aptitudes becomes especially salient in artistic development. Every effort is made to recognize and encourage students to challenge and develop their skills in both creative and critical thinking modalities.

Malden High School Faculty Grades 9-12

Alicia Fine, Mary Ann Seager, Julie Mullane, Brianna Burstell