We are excited to announce that Oak Hills Elementary School and California Institute of the Arts (Cal Arts) have formed a partnership to bring new visual and digital arts opportunities to our students. During the course of the school year, all students will receive 6 weeks of instruction in the following areas:
UPK–1 (Lower Grades) Visual Art Students will explore creativity through hands-on projects in painting, drawing, sculpting, and color theory. This class will introduce them to basic art concepts and foster an appreciation for visual expression.
Grade 2 Photography Instruction in using digital cameras and/or iPads to take digital photographs and edit them using free digital software.
Grade 3 Stop-Motion Animation Students will create their own stop-motion animated films using iPads and animation software. They will experience the entire process from conceptualization to finished short animated films and clips.
Grade 4 Silent Filmmaking Instruction in writing, directing, shooting, acting in, and editing silent films using iPads and free editing software.
Grade 5 Beat-making Students will dive into music production by creating their own beats and songs using mobile app software. They’ll learn the basics of recording, editing, and mixing music.
Grade 6 Documentary Filmmaking Instruction in researching, writing, directing, shooting, and editing documentary films using iPads and free editing software. Click here for our 2025-2026 program schedule
A huge THANK YOU to our amazing Oak Hills community! Your support and generosity have made it possible to fund this incredible program, ensuring a bright and vibrant arts future for our students.
