"Jellies & Giggles"
Tiny hands created this dreamy underwater scene by spraying vibrant, diluted pouring paint and revealing a magical paint-resist jellyfish beneath. Every splash of color captures the joy and wonder of your child's very first school memories. Includes the beautiful reminder of Psalm 43:2 "When you pass through the waters The Lord will be with you." A sweet keepsake from their littlest years.

"Swim Together, Shine Together"
Using droppers and liquid watercolor paint, students brought this lively school of fish to life. Impasto art using thickened paint to create dimension was added for completion. Each child added their own touch - beautiful on their own, even better together. A reminder of friendship, growth, and a year spent learning side by side.

"Anchored Octopus"
This playful fingerprint octopus is overflowing with personality and charm, celebrating a year of big growth before elementary school. Students colored a picture of a fish with water soluble markers and then sprayed the fish with water. A piece of paper was put on top to transfer some of the marker paint. That paper was then used to create an octopus. The students used their fingers to put a dot of paint on the suctions of the octopus. Hold onto these little fingerprints - they won't stay small forever! Includes Psalm 96:11

"Sea Horse - Piece by Piece We Grow"

Each colorful segment of this seahorse puzzle represents a student - unique on their own, stronger together. Students completed a directed draw of fish and colored them with markers, some used cool and some used warm colors. They sprayed their pictures with water and topped it with a blank sheet of paper that created colored paper to make the seahorse puzzle. A heartfelt symbol of confidence blossoming in first grade!

"You Are My STAR!"

Students used templates to draw a variety of designed vibrant starfish filled with creativity and personality - just like the children who made them! Because every child shines in their own beautiful way. Includes the beautiful reminder of Bible Verse Daniel 3:79.

"Making Waves"
Carefully blended and polished, these swimming fish reflect growing skill, independence, and determination. Students drew fish and colored them in with colored pencils. They then used a burnishing and blending tool to polish them. A meaningful piece marking the year they truly found their rhythm.

"Guided Home"

Inspired by classic coastal buoys, this bold artwork represents direction, belonging, and the steady guidance that helps our students navigate new waters. A timeless reminder they are never far from home.

"Sea Turtles - Grace in the Current"
This luminous sea turtle symbolizes wisdom, strength, and perseverance - just like your 5th grader preparing for the journey ahead. A beautiful keepsake of how far they've come.