“Stecher’s class helped me to see and appreciate the beauty in South Central Los Angeles. Yeah, there are a lot of problems here like poverty, but there is also a lot of beautiful things too” - Diana, Class of 2019
“Before, I didn’t know that much about art, and thought that it was not important to me, and that I wouldn’t need it. I am more of a writer, and prefer to write than to draw. However, after taking art class this year, it changed how I viewed art. I think art is more important to me now because I was able to create some things that I’m proud of. Now I like to draw, more as a hobby, and I learned so much about art. My art skills have improved since the beginning of the year, and I feel like I’m more of an artist than before.” - Jasmine, Class of 2020
“At the beginning of the year I thought art was something that was only meant to be for very creative and skilled people, but now I know art is for everyone because you do not have to be extremely skilled because everyone has a creative side that they demonstrate through art even if it is not the best artwork. “ Anthony, Class of 2020
“I appreciate the advice he gives when it comes to art. I really appreciate that he has made a big change with my advisory. He is someone I look up to.” Wendy, Class of 2021
“I’ve grown as an artist because of the many drawings and paintings I’ve done ever since I came to this class. It made me more open minded of the things I could draw. I have my very own paintings at home that I did thanks to the skills I learned in this class.” - Marlin, Class of 2020
“Art class has expanded my creativity allowing me to think outside the box and encouraged original methods for problem solving. Art has also allowed me to be more observant and become more aware of the details of objects that are put in front of me. Art has also given me perseverance by constantly improving my skills and making me focused on the smallest things.” - Alejandro, Class of 2020
“ I will use what I have learned in this class in my future because I have practiced painting and drawing precisely throughout the year. This class also helped me open my eyes to how others see the world, and that will be very helpful in my future because I will meet new people and people who are different from me in every way and I will know that I can’t just make a judgement about them from society standards, and I will know that there is a chance that they will probably see me how society sees me. I also opened my eyes to more socio-political problems and that will be helpful to me in the future because I can help with these problems and let other people know and possible even make a difference.” - Brisa, Class of 2020
“Mr. Stecher is an awesome teacher, and I really appreciate the way he is always prepared for our class and takes time to answer questions and try to help us stay motivated.” Anonymous, Class of 2021