A Systematic Approach to Building and Maintaining a Ceramic Program in Schools
Engagement | Fine Motor Skills | Abstract Thinking
3D Conceptualization | Creative Problem Solving | Focus | Art Therapy
STEAM school programs offers an exceptional learning experience, particularly through hands-on activities like ceramics. By integrating art into science, technology, engineering, and mathematics education, students not only develop technical skills but also foster creativity, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary thinking.
Why Is ART Important In Education?
“Many of us tend to think of the arts as either entertainment or as an escape. A luxury of some kind. But what this book will show you is that the arts are so much more. They can be used to fundamentally change your day-to-day life. They can address serious physical and mental health issues, with remarkable results. And they can both help you learn and flourish.” – Your Brain on Art by Susan Magsamen & Ivy Ross (New York Times Best Seller)
Clay Fits The Bill
Clay has unique characteristics to help develop certain skills other art disciplines lack.
It is 3-Dimensional
Working with 3D art helps develop spatial relationship abstract thinking and problem solving skills.
It Directly Relates to Other Aspects of STEAM Education
Study after study has proven children who have art as part of their curriculum perform better in other key disciplines. It is one of the many reasons their is a growing interest in turning STEM learning to STEAM.
Clay is a perfect cross discipline media for teaching art because it is directly related to so many other disciplines. The composition and processes associated with clay involve Science, Technology, Engineerings, and Math.
It Is Tactile & Malleable
The tactile and malleable nature of clay has a healing and calming effect which promotes engagement and provides a positive environment for learning.
KEYS TO SUCCESS
Skutt and our network of approved Kids Need Clay Distributors have developed a systematic approach to ensure your clay program operates seamlessly.
Evaluate
Our team of trained professionals will evaluate your proposed and current program:
• Architect Standards
• Safety
• Equipment
• Maintenance
• Training
Train & Repair
Kids Need Clay Distributors help coordinate Teacher and Administrator Training:
• Basic Ceramics
• KilnLink
• Kiln Operation
• STEAM Lesson Plans
• Safety
Maintain
To ensure your Ceramic Program remains strong your Kids Need Clay Distributor will help coordinate:
• Yearly Inspections
• Material Purchasing
• New Teacher Training
• Equipment Purchasing
• Timely Repairs
What Will Your School Need?
Here is an example list of materials and equipment typically needed for a high school art class, assuming the school has 800 students and each art class contains 30 students. Your Kids Need Clay Distributor will work with you to develop a ceramic program catered to your specific needs.
Equipment & Tools
- Kilns: 1 KMT1227/100 students
- Furniture Kit: 1 kit/kiln
- EnviroVent 2: 1 vent/kiln
- KilnLink: 1 subscription/kiln
- Brushes: 1 brush set/student
Optional Equipment & Tools
- Wheels: 20 – Skutt Legend pottery wheels
- Slabroller: 1 – 24 inch
- Extruder: 2 – wall mounted
- Tool Set: 20 – pottery wheel tool kits
Training
- Teacher: All art teachers (basic ceramics and kiln programming)
- Admin: No charge (KilnLink and kiln management)
Materials
- Clay: 1600 lbs low fire White Clay
- Glaze: 80 Pints Assorted Colors
Maintenence
- Inspection: Once ayear
- Kiln Repair:
- Replace elements every 5 years (low fire clay) / every 2 years (mid-range fire clay)
- Thermocouple replacement: Once a year
Partner With Skutt
- #1 kiln used in schools
- Largest Distributor network
- Factory trained technicians
- Best customer service in the industry
- KilnLink management software
Find Out More About Kids Need Clay
Fill out this form if you are interested in having a Skutt representative contact you about starting a ceramics program or helping you with your current program.
