Is Pearland ISD eliminating art?
No. All elementary students receive art instruction either by a specialized art teacher or the classroom teacher. Even though four elementary campuses have specialized art teachers, traditionally, a certified general education teacher teaches art in the elementary classroom. Pearland ISD has decided to return to this practice. As the four specialized art teachers leave the district or move to other positions within the district, they will not be replaced with specialized art teachers. However, there is no plan at this time to lay-off the specialized art teachers in order to eliminate the positions. Specialized art instruction is offered in grades 5-12.
