A First Look at World-Class Art in Chicago

Eight Assumption AP and Studio Arts students visited the Art Institute of Chicago for their annual field trip—marking the group’s first museum visit in Chicago.

Students explored iconic works up close, with favorites including the Impressionist galleries, Arms and Armor, and the Thorne Miniature Rooms.

Metro-Arts Apprentice Fellowships Awarded to AHS Students

Two Assumption students received Metro-Arts Apprentice fellowships for the 2018 summer session.

Congratulations to Marissa Shell and Trenton McDonough. Marissa will be part of a group painting public murals in the QC area. Trenton will be pursuing a group photography project.

Metro Arts apprenticeships must be applied for through Quad City Arts. A lengthy application process includes letters of recommendation, portfolio review as well as one-on-one interviews.

Congratulations to both Marissa and Trenton!

Assumption Art Club News

A big thank you goes out to Assumption Art Club for service projects completed. Students created kite props for St.Paul’s musical Mary Poppins. Students also painted an Assumption-themed bags game donated from Mr. Dave Simpson to April Knight. Art Club members who worked on the projects included: Kenneth Nguyen, Marissa Shell, Alexisciel Dinh, Hannah Lerch and Amanda Herrington.

April Knight was also the benefactor of a couple more artistic endeavors. Gracie Miller beautifully painted a round serving platter in a floral bouquet theme. Advanced Graphic Art students Marissa Shell, Pamela Moya and Trenton McDonough teamed up to create a 3-D printed chess set which was auctioned off at April Knight as well.

Thank you to all these creative students who donated their time and talents to worthy causes.

Quad City Arts Award – Max Cluff

Quad City Arts Award

Congratulations to Max Cluff for his award winning entry at Quad City Arts 41st Annual High School Art Exhibition. The Rock Island Art Guild Members Selected his Acrylic titled “Free Flow” along with three other student works from the Quad City area.

You can view the exhibit, which also includes artwork from Assumption artists Marissa Shell, Gillian Marbury and Trenton McDonough now through May 3rd.

Quad City Arts is located at 1715 Second Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201

Tel: (309) 793-1213

Hours: Tue–Fri 10–5 and Sat 11–5

Parking:

Free parking is available on-street for four hours or less on 2nd Ave. Please note that parking ramps are also available within walking distance.

Knight Player’s Production “Ho, Ho, Ho!” and Children’s Theatre Workshop

SAVE THE DATE for the Assumption Knight Player’s production of Ho, Ho, Ho! The Santa Claus Chronicles! Performances will be at 2:00 p.m. on December 9th and 10th with a Children’s Theatre Workshop for grades 1st-6th on Saturday from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Please see attached ”AHS Theatre Workshop” flyer for additional information, and contact Mrs. Powers at liz.powers@assumptionhigh.org with any questions!

AHS Theatre Workshop