Youth will show off artistic chops

MT. PLEASANT — Sunday, March 19 from 12-2 p.m. the Henry County Courthouse will open their doors, once again, for the annual Mt. Pleasant Youth Art Show, in person.

Every year Mt. Pleasant Community School District art instructors work together to line the walls of the courthouse with visual art from students in grades kindergarten through 12 to celebrate Youth Art Month.

According to The Council for Art Education, throughout the state young artists’ are recognized for their contribution to creative spaces.

The Council states that Youth Art Month exists to:

Recognize art education as a viable factor in the total education curriculum that develops citizens of a global society.

Recognize art is a necessity for the full development of better quality of life for all.

Direct attention to the value of art education for divergent and critical thinking.

Expand art programs in schools and stimulate new art programs.

Encourage commitment to the arts by students, community organizations, and individuals everywhere.

Provide additional opportunities for individuals of all ages to participate in creative art learning.

Increase community, business and governmental support for art education.

Increase community understanding and interest in art and art education through involvement in art exhibits, workshops, and other creative ventures.

Reflect and demonstrate the goals of the National Art Education Association that work toward the improvement of art education at all levels.

Comments: AnnaMarie.Ward@southeastiowaunion.com