Art Class

Alex

Alexander Giatrakis

Mr. Giatrakis (he/him)

Visual Art

Art Class Focus

  • Creating: Students will be conceiving and creating original artworks this year.
  • Presenting: They will work on interpreting and sharing their artworks.
  • Responding: Understanding and evaluating how the arts convey meaning.
  • Connecting: Relating artistic ideas and work with their own personal experiences to create meaning.
  • Awareness of self: respect of self and others as well as our school community, waiting ones turn to speak and play, and completing daily tasks.
  • Fine Motor Skills: manipulating small objects, tracing, painting, coloring, pencil grip, correct letter formation (writing), and cutting.

Art Blog

Catching Up with Visual Arts at PS 896

It’s been a busy year so far! We’ve had a lot of fun creating different projects for Hispanic Heritage Month such as, projects inspired by traditional art objects like Arpilleras, Molas, and Vejigante Masks. Students made Alebrije puppets and symmetry inspired guitars. In November and December, we moved onto using value in a variety of…

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Welcome Families – Art

Welcome families! Welcome to the 2025-2026 school year! I am excited to introduce myself as your child’s Art teacher, Mr. Giatrakis. Our classroom is a place where each student is valued and encouraged to reach their full potential. My goal is to create a positive, inclusive learning environment where every child feels supported and motivated to…

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