The Visual Arts Department at Andover High School centers on the Visual Arts Studio Habits of Mind, guiding students to think and work like artists. Students develop essential skills in observation, persistence, and expression, building confidence and resilience as creative, 21st-century learners. This program encourages curiosity, risk-taking, and collaboration, with a curriculum focused on technical proficiency and creative problem-solving across various mediums. Aligned with the National Arts Standards, the program emphasizes four key strands—Create, Present, Respond, and Connect—while fostering exploration of identity, culture, and collaborative work in the arts.