This annual exhibition showcases the culmination of student artistic growth throughout the art program within Plano Independent School District.
ArtCentre Executive Director Suzy Jones, says, “The Plano ISD Advanced Placement Art exhibition is always one of our most popular. The students create outstanding pieces that would make a statement in any quality art collection.” She adds, "The ArtCentre and Plano ISD are extremely grateful to Texas Health Presbyterian Plano for it generous support of this exhibition."
Mary Jo Dean, Director of Community Relations at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, says, "Texas Health Plano is pleased to support the PISD Senior Art Exhibit. As you can see by the works that are displayed, we are fortunate to have many extremely talented students in our schools and exemplary art teachers. Research shows that exposure to the Arts can help teens develop many positive skills and capacities that are valued by leaders and employers, such as persistence, collaboration, creative thinking, problem solving, motivation, and problem solving. In addition, studies demonstrate that Arts exposure can improve a teenager’s confidence and academic performance. Art can move, heal, inspire, and connect people. Art is an important part of our kid’s lives."
The artwork on display represents the Plano ISD Advanced Placement Studio Program, consisting of AP Drawing, AP Two-Dimensional Design, and Advanced Placement Three-Dimensional Design. A variety of work will be displayed, including photography, painting, ceramics and steel sculpture.”
According to PISD Exhibition Coordinator Colin McGrane, Plano East Sr. High School Campus Visual Arts Team Lead and District Secondary Arts Team Lead, “The Plano ISD program is among the most highly regarded in the nation.” He says, “Student portfolios which score well at the College Board’s review often rival those of college upper-level students.” He added, “The district’s fine arts focus is on student voice and critical thinking skills. PISD student artists are expected to create work from their perspective and be willing to experiment to push themselves to adapt and persevere.”
Sponsored by Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano
