The Collegiate
6
To kick off the school year, the senior Studio Art 4 class dove into a Surrealism project—their first big step in fully directing their own artistic vision. Instead of following a specific prompt, students had the freedom to choose their own themes, mediums and designs. They started by researching Surrealist artists and the movement itself, then pulled together their ideas in visual journals—a mix of sketches, notes, stylized fonts and collages. From there, they experimented with different compositions, color samples and mock-up sketches before bringing their final pieces to life. The challenge? Creating dreamlike, thought- provoking artwork inspired by personal dreams, dream theory and symbolic imagery. The result? Twelve incredible pieces exploring themes like loss, failure, fantasy and identity—each one totally unique. Students worked with colored pencils, acrylic paint, spray paint and even stenciling, pushing their creativity in new ways. It was an awesome start to the year and these pieces really showcase how much talent and imagination our students bring to the table! Senior Studio Artists Embrace Surrealism
For over 25 years, Andrew Beiter has been more than just a teacher—he has been a force for change. As an eighth-grade American history teacher at Springville Middle School, he has dedicated his career to educating countless students and inspiring them to become advocates for justice. A champion of the Speak Truth to Power program, a multi-faceted human rights education initiative, Beiter equips students with the tools to stand up for justice. Whether through video projects or live performances, his students don’t just learn about history—they become a part of it. Beiter’s teaching goes beyond textbooks and lectures though. He empowers students to see history as a living force, connecting them with real-world issues. Through his co- founding and leadership of the Academy for Human Rights in Buffalo, his work as a Regional Education Coordinator with the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and his role as co-founder and Treasurer of the Educators’ Institute for Human Rights, his mission is clear: to ensure young people understand the past so they can change the future. His vision of influencing these organizations extends far beyond Springville, with their reach expanding Holocaust and human rights education in classrooms in Western New York, the United States, Rwanda, Bosnia, Cambodia and beyond. Through this work, Beiter has shaped generations of young leaders who will go on to change the world. Recognizing his extraordinary impact, in 2020, he was inducted into the National Teachers Hall of Fame in Emporia, Kansas, a distinction reserved to date for only 155 educators around the country. Andrew Beiter ’85 ALUMNI SPOTLIGHT
A collage of artwork showcasing the creativity and vision of our senior artists through Surrealism.
Made with FlippingBook Digital Proposal Creator