2nd Annual Mill Brook Wishing Tree

Come One, Come All and Make a Wish for the New School Year!

                                       

It is that time again when Open House at Mill Brook School is upon us. A time where students and families alike come to explore and learn about the upcoming school year. Last year, the Art Studio offered families a chance to participate in the artistic tradition of a Wishing Tree. The project went over so well, that students asked to have it back again this year. 

So, back to the drawing, students worked to create new paper, that was cut into leaves for the tree. First grade decorated paper using crayons and watercolors, while second grade used sharpies and tempera paint. Each grade practiced creating a continuous line drawing, before adding beautiful splashes of paint. 

 
 

 

                                                          

Once, these gorgeous artworks had been turned into leaves, they were ready to be placed on the tree. However, this year instead of having tree branches, second graders helped design the tree that was used. Take a look at all the fun we had this Open House and some of the hopes and dreams for the upcoming school year we have made!