Visual Arts
Central York's commitment to art education has earned the District the Pennsylvania Art Education Association's Outstanding Visual Arts Community recognition. The program celebrates the District’s commitment to cultivating and sustaining a strong, high-quality visual arts program for our students.
The Visual Arts program at Central York School District nurtures creativity and artistic growth from the very first day of Kindergarten. Students engage in art every year through middle school, exploring a variety of media and techniques while developing observation skills, creativity, and self-expression.
In high school, students may choose from a diverse selection of elective art courses that allow for deeper study and specialization. The high school program is supported by five full-time faculty and a suite of professional-level studio spaces designed to inspire creativity and innovation. This include two large drawing and painting studios, two 3D and sculpture studios featuring pottery wheels and a full ceramics kiln, and a state-of-the-art graphic design lab that integrates digital and hands-on processes such as screen printing, large-format printing, and professional-grade design tools.
Across all grade levels, Central York’s comprehensive, process-based curriculum fosters exploration, craftsmanship, and creative problem-solving, empowering students to discover the power and joy of artistic expression.
Elementary Art (Grades K-6)
The Central York Elementary Art Program is dedicated to nurturing the creativity, curiosity, and confidence of every student. Through hands-on art experiences, we foster artistic skill, critical thinking, collaboration, and a lifelong appreciation of the arts.
Secondary Art (Grades 7-12)
The Central York Secondary Art Department empowers students to communicate ideas visually, think critically, and create with purpose—emphasizing process, concept, and craft.
Check out student artwork on Artsonia!
Our elementary school art teachers publish various student art peices on Artsonia for families to view. Check out the galleries from our schools online!
