Support helps mold students

The students and staff at Sterling Elementary School wish to extend a sincere note of appreciation to Call of the Wild Alaska Cabin Rentals and the BP America grant program for their support of the Sterling Elementary School Artist in Residence program.

Students in grades kindergarten through six spent two weeks working with Washington-based ceramicist Terry Inokuma. Ms. Inokuma introduced students to the science, art and history of working with clay. She emphasized the development of the students' sense of touch in lieu of their sense of sight as a key method of working with clay, and students were enthralled with the sometimes surprising process of creating functional and decorative art pieces.

Ms. Inokuma's visit would not be possible without the support of the Alaska State Council on the Arts Artists in Schools grant, the dedicated Sterling Elementary PTA parents, the Soldotna High School arts department and teacher Stephanie Cox, the BP America Grant and the generous housing provided by Call of the Wild Alaska Cabin Rentals.

As the staff at Sterling seeks to continually expand the artistic horizons of their students, the ongoing support of these businesses, people, and agencies, is critical. The staff is thankful for the support they receive in bringing such valuable learning opportunities to the school and community.

Christine Ermold

Sterling Elementary School