division of academic services
exhibitions and contests
Exhibition Opportunities
Elementary, Middle & High School Exhibitions
Art exhibitions in elementary, middle, and high school divisions are held annually
as part of their professional responsibilities. Art teachers are expected to submit student work for these exhibitions. The middle and high school exhibitions are juried. All student shows are displayed on college campuses as well as city libraries.
Duval County Public School Building Year-round Exhibit
Student art work is displayed throughout the year in the Duval County Public School Building, located at 1701 Prudential Drive. Student art work is also displayed in
district-run offices around the county.
Exhibition Policy
It is the policy of the Duval County Art Department to give all student work
back after one year of exhibition opportunities. 5th, 8th, and 12th grade
student work is to be given back to the students at the end of each school year,
prior to the student's exit from the school.
Contests
Art Contest General Information
The Duval County District Art Office reviews any contest opportunities that may arise. Issues of child security, the level of involvement for both the student and the teacher, time frames, educational benefits of the contest and awards are addressed before any approval is made.
The Jacksonville Fair Quilt Contest
This annual event is based upon the September "Book of the Month". The books relate to historical
scientific and human relationships. Interdisciplinary lessons are taught which center around math, reading and language arts, social studies, and the visual arts. Elementary schools are encouraged to submit a quilt created by students and designed with the theme of the book in mind. Monetary awards are provided by the Jacksonville Fair Grounds Association.
"Empty Bowls" Project
Duval County art teachers and students donate time and effort to create attractively decorated clay bowls for the annual "Empty Bowls" Luncheon. Twenty years in existence, the luncheon is sponsored by the Second Harvest Food Bank/Lutheran Social Services. Those attending the ticketed luncheon are provided a bowl of soup, a piece of bread and fruit, and a glass of water. Emphasis is placed on the fact that many homeless people would consider this to be a thanksgiving feast. All proceeds go towards the Food Bank in service to the homeless and needy. Students are afforded the opportunity of giving to others through the creation of the clay bowl and are reminded that hunger still exists in our society.
For more information, visit
www.lssjax.org.
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