Letter Home For Parent(s)/Guardian(s)

Parent(s) and Guardian(s) of [insert school name here] students,

Hello and Welcome to the [school name] art program! If you are receiving this letter, it means that your student has signed up for an art class this semester, and we at [school name]'s art department couldn't be more excited!

Visual arts and design are essential to achieving a wholistic and well-rounded education. In classes like Art 1, 2-D design, 3-D design, Photography (1,2, and 3), and Ceramics, your student will learn critical thinking and problem solving skills, investigate/analyze/interpret broad global themes about the human condition in a personal context, become effective communicators of their ideas and emotions, and learn design skills and techniques that are essential in furthering their education/career in the arts.

Throughout the year, the Art department puts on and participates in several art shows to showcase student work and progress. In the fall, students are encouraged to submit their work to the State Fair for a professionally juried show. Also, a school sanctioned art show takes place once a semester in which every student enrolled in an art class is required to submit at least one work of art they have completed either that semester, or from prior completed courses. Receptions will be held for both school sanctioned shows and parents/friends/extended families are all welcomed and encouraged to be in attendance to view the amazing work the students here at [school name] are doing. Showcasing student work is a great confidence builder and an important part of the art making processes.

Students who are enrolled in art courses are encouraged to sign up/apply for the National Art Honors Society, an after school club that is nationally sanctioned and who's goal is to use the creative/artistic skills of students to better the community. This year, we will be creating ceramics to sell at the holiday festival to raise money for a school mural. Parents of all art students are encouraged to participate in the NAHS holiday sales as it greatly benefits the Art program, and the school community as a whole.

I can't wait to get to know you and your student over this next semester! Should you need to contact myself or the department head, you can call (555)-555-5555 or email exampleemail@art.school.net.

Sincerely,

Ms. Revels
Art 1, 2-D Design, Photography Teacher
N.A.H.S Co-sponsor
[School Name] [District Name]
(555)-555-5555 ext 2
exampleemail2@art.school.net