Meet the Masters encompasses not only art history and becoming familiar with each artist’s particular style, but students also get to integrate actually doing the arts. It fits perfectly into our multi-tiered systems of support model where students can engage in activities to extend their knowledge through technical application, writing, research, and project-based learning. It’s been wonderful seeing all of the creativity that our students possess. The eye-catching student masterpieces displayed throughout our schools show that the love for art is in no shortage of abundance here.
Compton School District
Los Angeles, CA
At a Glance
Compton Unified School District serves 12,000 students across 27 schools (21 elementary and 6 middle schools) in Southern California. The district is committed to providing comprehensive arts education to all students and has integrated Meet the Masters into their multi-tiered systems of support model, ensuring every student has access to high-quality arts education.
Key Metrics
21 Elementary & 6 Middle Schools
27
Schools in District
12000
Students Enrolled in District
Before Meet the Masters
Before implementing Meet the Masters, Compton Unified had occasional art activities but nothing standards-aligned or structured. The district needed a comprehensive program that would provide consistent, high-quality instruction across all 27 schools.
They wanted students to learn actual techniques from master artists while understanding the history and cultural context behind the art—something that could fit into their 90-minute block structure and allow for differentiation and deeper application of learning.
What They Received
Meet the Masters provided Compton Unified with a complete curriculum that encompasses both art history and hands-on creation. The program includes artist biographies, historical context, specific techniques, and professional-grade projects. It integrates seamlessly into their 90-minute block structure, allowing students to extend knowledge through technical application, writing, research, and project-based learning. The program exposes students to diverse artists they wouldn’t typically encounter, giving them opportunities to create masterpieces using professional techniques.
Benefits of Meet the Masters
Students Discover Artists They Never Knew Existed
Students genuinely light up when they learn about diverse artists like Rosa Bonheur. One student said, “It’s been really fun because the entire class learns about different artists that we probably didn’t even know existed, and we love looking at all their different arts and their techniques.
Deep Engagement Beyond Just “Art Time”
Students don’t just create art—they become genuinely interested in the artists’ lives and techniques. Teachers report that students care about learning the history and connecting it to their own creative work, creating Student Creativity Pieces that demonstrate deeper application of what they’ve learned.
Vibrant Student Work Throughout Every School
Eye-catching student masterpieces are displayed in central locations, classrooms, and art studios across all elementary schools. The quality of work demonstrates what students can achieve when given access to professional techniques and materials, proving the program’s impact is visible throughout the district.
Would They Recommend Meet the Masters?
Yes, absolutely. Meet the Masters provides a comprehensive arts education experience that goes far beyond what most programs offer. It’s not just art activities—it’s exposure to diverse artists, learning authentic techniques, understanding historical and cultural context, and creating original work. For districts serving diverse student populations who need consistent, high-quality arts education across many schools, Meet the Masters delivers exactly what’s needed.
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Sue McNair
Sales Manager, Schools & Districts
sue@meetthemasters.com
949-215-1064