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[quote=Anonymous]I didn't know Kensington parkwood has a strong art program and I am all for arts integration if done properly. As an artist I can tell you Norwood doesn't have a strong program. Just look at the work online! It seems like the students were following a recipe on how to do things: no problem solving, very product oriented etc. For me a strong program will let children learn techniques and handle materials in open ended activities and become more specific and formal as they grow. Developmentally is the best approach for young students. I observed Lowell last year and I was impressed by the work of the students. projects were truly investigations not just end products were kids follow step by step directions. Some clay work (horses) made by 3rd grade students was amazing. Each horse had character and each was very unique it showed the level of engagement of each child and their abilities to make careful representations. 
In the ECU classes kids have studio time very much like a Reggio Emilia inspired Program. That is what I would call a strong foundation in Art.
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