Art at Coloma Elementary
Mrs. McAlister

Connie McAllister graduated from Kendall College of Art and Design with a BFA in Illustration.  After a career as an Illustrator/Designer, Mrs. McAllister returned to school to earn her K-12 Art Teaching certification.  She became certified through Edgewood College and the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin.  Mrs. McAllister has completed Art Education Graduate classes at Western Michigan University.

Mrs. McAllister enjoys sailing , gardening, biking and especially creating her own art.  She creates pastel and watercolor landscapes working out-of-doors.  She is a member of the Plein Air Artists of West Michigan and the Michigan Art Education Association.

 
 

Elementary Art Program


Coloma's elementary art program provides students with opportunities to learn and to nurture a variety of art making processes, along with the development of fine motor skills and dexterity.

Creative thinking and problem solving skills are fostered in our art program.
Students become familiar with an art vocabulary and are encouraged to use those words during class critiques and when talking about art.

Our art program introduces significant artists to the students and many art lessons are based upon their famous artworks and styles.

Above all, our art program offers opportunities for self expression and that can enhance a student’s self esteem.

Also, art is fun and it feels good!