Humanities

Art

In the Art classroom, children will explore the world of Art.  As the Art teacher at WHES, I am the facilitator and guide, giving our students a chance to create and solve artistic problems and get out of their comfort zones. I help students gain the skills they need to communicate their ideas and make art that is meaningful to them. I try to challenge students to try new things and to achieve what they thought they couldn't. I incorporate cross-curricular experiences in the art room.  We work to build literacy skills through observing and talking about art, and by writing about students' own ideas and artwork. I look forward to exploring Art adventures with our students, and watching them grow as individuals and as Artists.

Music

We believe that all of our students are talented and we cherish the opportunity to explore, expand and enhance their talents through our offered genres.  Every student at Westover Hills Elementary School receives general music instruction.  Guitar Club and Beaver Theater are offered before and after school as enrichment opportunities.

Physical Education

At Westover Hills Elementary School, students participate in a sequential K-12, standards-based health and physical education program that actively promotes lifelong learning through physical activity, exercise, and sport.  Students are supported in making health-conscious decisions, meeting challenges, and participating in social and mental positive behaviors. 

The goal for the library is to provide students with a joyous space that nurtures their curiosity and imaginations.  During library visits, students have the opportunity to check out library books.  Our library lessons are centered around the organization of information, research, the appreciation of good books, and digital literacy and citizenship.