CAT mixes
visual art, design, and photography basics with computer applications
for new ways to learn about
and create art.
At CAT students learn
to use hardware and software applications such as Photoshop, Illustrator,
and Painter.
Digital Imaging combined with drawing and painting skills help bring original art works to life.
Students produce art using traditional and new media in the new art suite. A fully equipped studio and outdoor artspace provide an inspirational setting for students to create. CAT offers individualized instruction in drawing, painting, digital photography, and computer graphics. Throughout the year field trips and visitng artists and design professionals provide students with valuable exposure to the fields of art and design.
An Award Winning School of Excellence
Nurturing Our Talented Children
The Expressive Arts Magnet at South Miami K-8 Center is a school for talented children entering 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades. Students who demonstrate talent in art, dance, theatre, or music are encouraged to apply. Students entering the 6th grade, who are already students of SMK-8 and demonstrate an interest in computer art technology or culturally inspired education are eligible to apply for either CAT or CIE.
In addition to the regular curriculum, 3rd – 5th grade magnet students receive six hours each week of instruction in the arts, while 6th graders attend CAT or CIE for two periods daily. All arts instruction is delivered by professional artists and teachers in fully equipped studios with small class sizes. It's small size, individualized arts programs, high student achievement levels and warm, nurturing environment, make South Miami K-8 Center a VERY SPECIAL PLACE!
