On Wednesday, May 31, the Solano County Office of Education presented Benicia High School with a Gold Ribbon Award, which honors schools throughout the state for exemplary programs. Since BHS was being honored for its visual and performing arts program, several art-related activities were available throughout campus. Below are just a few.
All photos are by Nick Sestanovich.
(Far right) Art teacher Christine Chu demonstrates how to make coil sculptures of panther heads.
Students make drawings of their peers in the Caricature Circle.
The BHS Panther Band plays while the Colorguard team performs a routine.
Songs on the BHS Panther Band’s setlist included Bruno Mars and Mark Ronson’s “Uptown Funk,” Nena’s “99 Luftballons,” Chicago’s “Make Me Smile” and The Offspring’s “The Kids Aren’t Alright.”
Students dance freely in the gym.
Advanced dance students showcase their skills in the Multipurpose Room.
Improv students Sarah Hoyle and Julian Garfield (sitting, front) portray a couple commenting on slideshow photos acted out by Ann-Marie Thornton (kneeling) and an audience volunteer.
The Colorguard team performs a routine.
Students create a grid to be displayed around school.
Benicia High School Principal Brianna Kleinschmidt addresses the crowd.
Solano County Supervisor Monica Brown addresses the crowd about the importance of art education.
(Second from left) Solano County Superintendent of Schools Lisette Estrella-Henderson presents Benicia High School with a Gold Ribbon plaque, which honors schools throughout the state, on Wednesday. Joining Estrella-Henderson are (Left to right) BHS Principal Brianna Kleinschmidt, Benicia Unified School District Superintendent Charles Young and BUSD school board Trustee Diane Ferrucci.
Students go all out with their spiritedness.
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