Arts and PE
Our Art, Music and Physical Education classes are essential, enriching elements of the TK-8 curriculum, woven into each day.
These dynamic classes complement students’ academic learning and encourage children to develop a creative outlook and out-of-the-box thinking. Students bring their unique imagination and abilities to each and every lesson.
Art, Music and PE Highlights
Art
Art at Hausner consists of three educational areas: Art History, Elements of Art, and Technique. Students explore diverse art styles and individual artists within their historical context; gain an understanding of important basics like line, shape, color, and balance; and develop their talent for creating their own art in a variety of mediums.
Students are asked essential questions that guide their art education over the course of the school year. In our lower school, we ask questions like: What do we use to make art? When did people begin making art? How has art changed throughout history? How do we tell stories through art?
In upper school, we ask: How does the evolution of technology affect art? How do Eastern and Western art differ? What is Jewish art, and what makes it Jewish? What is unique about Israeli art?
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Music
The Hausner Music program follows the "Music By Heart" curriculum by Lior Ben-Hur, emphasizing creativity, inclusivity, and community. Students explore music through vocal and instrumental performance, composition, and digital music production, while fostering leadership and cultural awareness.
Program Values:
- Community: Uniting students, families, and the broader community through music.
- Cultural Diversity: Appreciating Jewish and global music traditions.
- Inclusivity: Creating a welcoming environment for all students.
- Creativity: Encouraging self-expression and creative thinking.
- Leadership: Empowering students to lead through music.
- Performance: Enriching the school and community through musical performances.
Curriculum Overview:
- TK–Kindergarten: Students build foundational skills in rhythm, melody, and movement through Dalcroze Eurhythmics and instrument exploration.
- 1st–3rd Grade: Students expand their music skills, learning instruments, rhythms, and musical elements while integrating music with other subjects.
- 4th–5th Grade: Students compose and perform more complex pieces, exploring various musical styles and cultures.
- 6th–8th Grade: Students can join the choir or participate in bands, with a focus on concert preparation and self-assessment. No auditions are required for ensembles.
Program Objectives:
- Creativity: Encourage musical exploration and creative problem-solving.
- Inclusivity: Ensure all students feel part of the community.
- Music Skills: Develop proficiency in instruments, singing, and music production.
- Musical Proficiency: Build skills in reading, writing, and interpreting music.
- Cultural Awareness: Deepen understanding of diverse music traditions.
- Leadership: Foster leadership through musical experiences.
- Holistic Development: Integrate music education across subjects to support overall growth.
Physical Education
Hausner’s Physical Education activities promote a healthy attitude toward fun, fair play, and respectful interactions.
We emphasize sportsmanship and positive self-esteem while enhancing fitness skills and encouraging lifelong participation in individual or team sports.
Lower school students play a variety of team and individual sports, including basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, flag football, gaga, jump rope, dance, and gymnastics.
Upper school students participate in all of the above, along with ultimate frisbee, badminton, pickleball, and speedball. Upper school students also learn about the importance of nutrition and physical activity and their impact on the body and mind.
