Mural Painter / Beautification Committee
Design and paint permanent artwork in school hallways
Why It Matters
Leaves a permanent legacy. Great portfolio piece for design and fine arts programs.
How to Start
Submit a sketch to the principal to paint over an ugly or blank wall. Organize a team of art students to execute it.
Commitment
- Medium commitment: a few hours most weeks during the school year.
- Best starting grade: G11
- G11+.
Programs It Supports
- Fine Arts
- Architecture
- Design
Majors it supports
- Fine Arts – high 70s to high 80s - portfolio is the primary admission factor
- Architecture – mid to high 80s - portfolio is required
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