Aldine ISD Young Artists Take Top Honors at the Texas Elementary Art Meet

The Texas Art Educators Association recognizes K-5 students’ creativity and emerging talent.

“The Stone Woman” by Richard Zavala

Thousands of young artists across the state take part in the annual Texas Elementary Art Meet (TEAM). This year, Aldine ISD had more than 20 students earn “Top of the TEAM” awards. This is the highest honor the Texas Art Educators Association (TAEA) bestows on elementary age students.

The Texas Art Educators Association has also been recognizing young students and art educators since 2009. TEAM follows the quality and standards of the VASE model. This is the program for middle and high school students. TEAM is uniquely designed. It meets the needs and learning styles of elementary age students.

Goals of TEAM Awards Program

[ul class=”list list-search”] [li]To recognize elementary art students in the state[/li] [li]To recognize quality elementary art instruction[/li][/ul][ul class=”list list-search”] [li]To reinforce state and national standards in elementary art programs[/li] [li]Encourage students to elect visual arts classes at the secondary levels [/li][/ul]

The program also encourages students to nurture their artistic talent said Dr. Michaelann Kelley. She is the director of visual arts in AISD.

“Sea Escape” by Sophia de León

“Art and creativity are essential in children’s development,” Kelley said. “Simple creative activities are some of the building blocks of child development. The benefits of art are many. They include improved language development, visual learning, inventiveness, cultural awareness and improved academic performance.”

Kelley sees the TEAM Awards as a way to give young students creative recognition. Every student that takes part receives a certificate. Students that earn a “Good” or “Grow” rating receive ribbons. TAEA awards medals to students that earn “Exemplary” ratings for their artwork. Each year, experienced art educators comprise the juror panel.

Aldine ISD took part in the Region 4 competition. Kelley is proud of the students that took part in the program. She lauded the students that earned “Top of the Team.” Only the top 10 percent across the state earn this distinction.

Each year, TAEA selects several pieces from among the Top of the TEAM recipients. The association will post the students work on its website.

Kelley lauds art education in schools.

“We also have incredible art educators across the District. Art teachers help children develop their artistic abilities. At the same time, they are helping students express themselves.

“Thoughts on the Wall” by David Charcas

“Art also has a way of helping young and old to connect with the world around them. Art opens people to new ways of seeing things as well as enjoying deeper forms of beauty. These social and community skills are all essential in helping students fulfill their potential.

“Many studies show the amazing benefits of art education. Integrating art in other core subjects makes learning come alive. Arts integration taps into so many different interests and abilities and forms of learning.”

Top of the TEAM Award Recipients

Kujawa Early Childhood/PreK School (IB® World School — Primary Years Program)
Teacher: Mikal Boston

Pink Sunset by Anh Nguyen

Anderson Academy for Montessori, Direct Instruction & Fine Arts
Teacher: Tony McMillian

See You Later Alligator by Iris Figueroa
The Brain Eater by Cyncere Randle
The Dancing Ballerina by Emily Vásquez

Bethune Academy for Mathematics, Science & Fine Arts
Teacher: Brian Thompson

Sea Escape by Sophia de León

Bussey Elementary School
Teacher: Margie Ellis

Beautiful Storm by Jasmily Amador
Zentiger by Elizabeth Gonzales

Calvert Elementary School
Teacher: Alyssa Wagner

Thoughts on the Wall by David Charcas
Reflection by Sophia Echeverria

Carmichael Elementary School
Teacher: Kathryn Baker

Fennec Fox by Lindsey Martínez

Carroll Elementary School
Teacher: Sarah Kersh

Toucan & Leaves by Brianna García
Mr. & Mrs. Monster by Kimberly Marin

Dunn Elementary School
Teacher: Betsy Huete

Inside the Grand Canyon #1 by Courtney Garza

Gray Elementary School
Teacher: Wauna Johnson

See Through Fish by Bryan Medrano

Kujawa Elementary School (IB® World School — Primary Years Program)
Teacher: Kelly Patterson

Tiptoe Through the Bluebonnets by Jayce Diamond
Stormy Night of Hurricane Harvey by Hayden López
Wait for Me! by Frank Mills

Orange Grove Elementary School
Teacher: Shelby Tedder

Treasure by Joselyn Rodríguez

Sammons Elementary School
Teacher: Deanna Calderón

The Rivera Artists by Gianna Rivera
Self-Portrait by Hailey Rivera
The Blossom Tree by Kimberly Soto

Worsham Elementary School
Teacher: María Cisneros

The Stone Woman by Richard Zavala

Houston Academy for Mathematics, Science & Fine Arts
Teacher: Mary Cooper

Dripping by Ayanna Lacour
Cacti Beauty by Tia Norman

Congratulations!

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