05/23/2026
What an incredible week of learning and creativity for our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students during our artist residency through Engaging Creative Minds!
Students explored the science and art of natural dyes through hands-on experiments using indigo dye, screen printing, clay resist techniques, and fabric dyeing with cochineal, madder root, and osage orange. Students tested how colors changed when dipped into iron baths, citric acid, soda ash, and calcium carbonate while making predictions, recording observations, and comparing results.
Throughout the week, students practiced the scientific method by forming hypotheses, investigating cause and effect, analyzing evidence, and reflecting on their findings like real scientists. It was amazing to see our students combine creativity, critical thinking, and scientific inquiry in such an engaging way.
A huge thank you to our PTO for funding our residencies this year, our incredible artist in residence and everyone who helped make this meaningful experience possible for our students!