This summer art program is designed to provide children with a creative, engaging, and structured environment to explore artistic expression.
Each session includes guided instruction, independent creativity, and collaborative sharing. You are welcome to sign up for whichever weeks you are interested in, or all four!
2026 Schedule & Dates
Two classes will be offered each week:
Tuesdays (Grades K–2) Thursdays (Grades 3-5)
June 23 • June 18
July 7 • June 25
July 14 • July 9
July 21 • July 16
Location
Lions Central Park Sunroom [21400 Rouillard Ave, Rogers]
Daily Schedule
10:00 – 10:15 AM: Drop-off, free time, and setup
10:15 – 10:30 AM: Instruction, questions & answers, material gathering
10:30 – 11:15 AM: Independent and group creative art work
11:15 – 11:30 AM: Sharing, reflection, and clean-up
11:30 AM: Pick-up
What to Bring
Each participant should bring:
Water bottle
Snack
Beach towel (for seating/work space)
Students may also bring their own art supplies or personal projects. The art teacher will be available to provide guidance and support as requested.
Weekly Themes
Week One: Nature All Around Us
Creative expression using sidewalk chalk
Week Two: The Science of Art
Exploring creativity through making slime
Week Three: Painting Our World
Watercolor landscape painting
Week Four: Going BIG!
Abstract acrylic painting using large brushes and paper
Program Goals
Encourage creativity and self-expression
Build confidence through artistic exploration
Provide a structured yet flexible environment
Foster a sense of community through shared artistic experiences
Cost
$10/child per week
You are welcome to register for all four weeks or pick and choose your favorites!
About the Art Teacher
Mrs. Patricia Schneider lives in Rogers with her husband. She teaches K-8 visual arts at Saint John Paul II Catholic School NE Mpls.
Mrs. Schneider believes in Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB) a student-centered, choice-based art education philosophy that treats learners
as artists and the classroom as a studio.