There should be access to at least two computers that can operate Photoshop and a high-dpi color scanner. The teacher must have frames, assorted boards, and the necessary hardware to mount the exhibit. The project requires field trips to gallery exhibits. Students' understanding and appreciation of other cultures and customs are heightened as they read and edit each other's poems and essays. Students of diverse performance levels and expertise assist one another.
Students develop their skills as they learn how to plan every aspect of a gallery exhibit.
Students take tremendous pride in viewing their work at an exhibit that is open to the public. Lois Stavsky has taught all levels and genres of writing classes at Seward Park High School since 1980. The Women's History Month Exhibit developed from Lois Stavsky's work as writing center coordinator and advisor to the school newspaper. Assisting her is David Spear, an established photographer who works with Seward students in alliance with the Henry Street Settlement, and Tom Shooter and Marcy Wasserman of the art faculty of the nearby Educational Alliance. Doris Ko Unger and Ina Reznicek, two of Ms. Stavsky s colleagues at Seward Park High School, also participate.