Artwork Loan for District Court Cultural Diversity Celebration

10/4/2018

Ms. Kristy Paciorek (mother of Matt Como ’18), Assistant Chief Probation Officer at the Eastern Hampshire District Court organized and unveiled an art exhibit from September 24th through the 28th to celebrate cultural awareness. This was the Trial Court’s first week-long Cultural Diversity Celebration. Included in the courthouse lobby were works by Eaglebrook students from Mrs. Fay’s, Ms. Tabery’s, and Mr. Russom’s art classes.

Ms. Tabery said, “as teachers, we are proud to share their efforts and creativity with the wider community.” She continues, “our kids had no knowledge their artwork was being used this way, but what was cool is that Ms. Kristy Paciorek observed people were starting conversations about the artwork and signs.”

The artwork by Eaglebrook students was only intended to be up for one week, but the artwork was liked so much that the staff asked for it to be displayed longer. After a week in the lobby, the artwork was recently displayed in the clerk’s office and probation department.

Ms. Kirsty Paciorek said, “the staff remarked how the art has brightened the court and want it to stay. Visitors have commented that they have never seen such beautiful drawings.” She goes on to suggest, “we are extremely grateful for the student’s kindness and generosity.”

Ms. Kristy Paciorek wanted the Eaglebrook students to know that their artwork sparked many discussions. Ms. Tabery and Ms. Paciorek hope to make the artwork loan an annual event for Eaglebrook. Ms. Paciorek said, “ we have already discussed plans for involvement next year and the hope is that students will get the chance to view their art on display in the courthouse.” Next year, the displays will be in the Greenfield District Court, which will allow for easy access of students and staff. As Ms. Tabery said, “the loan shows the importance and value in outreach beyond the Hill and a wonderful link that brings happiness to the people in the court.”

To see more student artwork, visit www.eaglebrook.org/VisualArts

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