Art in education: MMA Academy at Washington High
Art has been an essential part of human culture for as long as we can remember, with paintings and drawings from ancient times used to express human identity and convey stories.
Art has been an essential part of human culture for as long as we can remember, with paintings and drawings from ancient times used to express human identity and convey stories.
A popular song among high school students today is pop icon Taylor Swift’s hit, “Cruel Summer.” Amidst Swift’s catchy lyrics, some students might recognize the line, “You say that we’ll just screw it up in these trying times; we’re not trying.” Many high schoolers, though, find themselves on the opposite end of the spectrum: trying but in constant fear of screwing up.
Halloween is coming around the corner and everyone is scrambling to find out what they should be: Sully from Monsters Inc? Mickey Mouse?
As the popularity of AI rises, concerns about the ethics of using this technology have been raised, especially in the world of art.
Last year the intercoms at FUSD schools fell victim to a clever hacker who managed to infiltrate the school’s security measures and play ‘Never Gonna Give You Up’ by Rick Astley over the PA system. The incident raised questions about the school’s cybersecurity measures.
The reversal of the mask mandate has been controversial as unmasked students can be perceived as distractions. Covid cases may also spike. For students’ safety, it should be reinforced.
The women of Washington High School work actively to spur change in their communities and educate others.
Washington High School, as well as most public schools, have a mandatory dress code, although it is rarely enforced. It could be vastly improved with a uniform as school is a place for education, not self-expression.