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Assabet Valley

Regional Technical/Vocational School District
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Painting & Design Technologies

Meet the Instructors

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John Hughes, LT
 
 
Staff Headshot from fall - 2021
 
Kelly Jenkins
 
 

Program & Course Information

Program Overview

High quality work is expected, and students will be given opportunities to redo work until it meets standards specified during instruction. Assessment methods will include written exams, tests and quizzes, oral and written research papers, reading assignments, and projects. Preparation towards co-op placement through community-based, live work gives students job experience. The Painting and Design program offers an integrated technical and academic learning experience that ensures everyone succeeds.
  • This technical program offers the OSHA 10-hour Construction Safety and Health training certificate for students
  • Students will be better prepared for post-secondary education in a two or four year interior design college

Resources, Files & Links for Students

PAGE CONTACTs & Resources

PAGE CONTACTs & Resources

Gayle Ripley, Vocational Office Administrative Assistant
GRipley@assabet.org 
 
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HIGHLIGHTS

HIGHLIGHTS

The Painting and Design program gives students a strong foundation in visual art, encouraging creativity, curiosity, and hands-on learning. Students explore a wide range of technologies, materials, and techniques; from traditional painting to modern design practices, students will develop the critical thinking and professional skills necessary to enter into various careers in the Painting and Design field.
   
Do you like to...
    • Design spaces?
    • Coordinate colors?
    • Create decorative finishes?
    • Use your imagination?
...P&D may be the program for you!
  
Skills you’ll acquire in P&D:
    • Painting
    • Interior decorating
    • Wallcovering
    • Faux finishing
    • Interior design
    • Sign art
    • Drywall finish
    • Theatrical set design
    • Estimating