Programs

CREATE at the Galleries

CREATE at the Galleries: Precollege summer program is a dynamic art education initiative at the Galleries at Kean, committed to fostering artistic expression, promoting mental health awareness, and providing educational opportunities for individuals of all ages. Through our summer pre-college programs, educator resources, school trips, and professional development opportunities, CREATE empowers artists, educators, and communities. Our diverse range of programs offers engaging and transformative experiences for participants of all ages. 

 

Student Art Exhibit

Creatives on the Rise

The Galleries at Kean aim to curate an engaging and inclusive platform for New Jersey Superintendents to celebrate the artistic talent and exploration of identity among students in grades 9-12. Through the Colleagues Art Night event and its related activities, participants can showcase their artistic expressions and engage in a collaborative dialogue around the theme of Art & Identity.

The competition is open to all high school students within our District. The winning artwork from our district will be displayed in the Liberty Hall Academic Center Gallery. 

Here's a brief overview of the competition rules:

Detailed guidelines will be provided, outlining artwork format, size, and presentation specifications. The number of entries will be capped to ensure a diverse representation of artistic styles and identities, with each piece acknowledged with appreciation.

A teacher completes an art activity

Professional Development Day

Professional development programs for school staff have the express purpose of facilitating the continuous growth of skills, knowledge, and practices of educators. The aim is to provide educators with the resources, tools, and strategies they need to enhance student learning outcomes, create a positive and inclusive school culture, and stay up-to-date with the latest trends and innovations in art education. These programs are essential for ensuring that educators are equipped to meet the diverse needs of their students and to effectively navigate the changing landscape of education.

The Galleries at Kean offer teacher workshops annually that delve into a wide range of subjects, including topics such as identity, the connections between social-emotional learning and art, and the relevance of art in today's world. During the workshops, you will have the opportunity to explore the content and context of artworks through modeling and experience how interacting with art can support teaching and learning.

Free to Faculty, Staff, and Students and gain Professional Development hours!

Kean students view an exhibition

Art in Action

“Art in Action” (AIA) aims to provide a Saturday Visual Arts experience for children in grades 6 - 12, integrating creative expression with a focus on mental health awareness. Through various visual art forms, students will build self-esteem, develop emotional coping mechanisms, and learn about global issues. The “Art In Action” program seeks a holistic approach to children's mental health through the visual arts. Students will be able to find a supportive community to lean on and have the opportunity to build and expand their portfolios

Painting and Drawing: Expressive art sessions to allow children to communicate feelings through visual mediums.

Sculpture and Pottery: Hands-on activities for tactile expression and stress relief.

Digital Arts: Introduction to digital tools for creative expression.

Exhibitions: Displaying student's artwork for the community and parents to observe and appreciate.