Language Artists

GRAM and Grand Rapids Public Schools partnered to create the program after the district identified a need for greater student engagement with the English Language Arts curriculum. Language Artists: Weather Wonders centers on artworks that depict the intersection of weather and climate with other subject matter from the Museum’s permanent collection. Students participate in engaging museum visits, empowering cultural experiences, unique classroom activities, and relevant test preparation. This robust program helps students strengthen their writing skills and foster 21st century skills – critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and communication.

Language Artists makes a lasting impact on students, helping them to build a foundation of the literacy skills necessary to reach graduation, and succeed in a global economy. The program situates GRAM as an extension of the classroom and provides enriching arts and cultural experiences to approximately 2,000 students annually. Educators receive professional development as part of the program, organized and led by museum education staff. Grand Rapids Public Schools and approximately eight additional districts participate in Language Artists annually. For more information please contact Emily Jarvi, School Experience Manager at 616.831.2928 or ejarvi@artmuseumgr.org.