Welcome to the Art Department!

  Department Chair: Ms. Caputo

Graduation Requirements

Students must complete one credit of a fine art.  If you take visual art as this option, this class is Fundamentals of Art.  You must pass Fundamentals before you take any other art class.

Classes Offered

  • Fundamentals of Art
  • Intermediate Art
  • Studio Art and AP Studio Art
  • Digital Art
  • Clay 1 and Clay 2 (each ½ credit)
  • Dance 1 and Dance 2
  • Photo 1 and Photo 2 (each 1/2 credit)
  • Theatre Arts I
  • Theatre Technical
  • Theatre: Design and Production
 

Meet our Department Members Below!

Caputo
Ms. Caputo - Art Department Chair
lcaputo@bcps.org
College Attended: State University of New York at New Paltz (BS) & University of Oklahoma (MEd)
Bio: I have been at WHS since 2016. I teach Clay and AVID 12. I have 2 kids, both are nearly done with college. I also have a cat, Thurgood. I love to cook, travel, and go to concerts!



Ms. Cunningham - Art Teacher
kcunningham3@bcps.org
College Attended: Maryland Institute College of Art
Bio: I am a photographer based in Baltimore, Maryland, and a graduate of Maryland Institute College of Arts with a Bachelors of Fine Arts degree in 2018.




Heneghan
Mr. Heneghan - Drama Teacher
rheneghan@bcps.org
College Attended: University of Maryland (BS), University of Washington (MFA)
Bio: Ron Heneghan began teaching at WHS in 2024. He is an actor, director, educator, and producer of live theatre and commercial videos.  He has administrated nonprofit education programs, college/university theatre departments, and created arts in health community programs. As an actor, his work has been seen at Ford’s Theatre, Olney Theatre, Everyman, Philadelphia Shakespeare, Utah Shakespeare Festival, Huntington Theatre, Merrimack Repertory, Pennsylvania Shakespeare Festival, and seven seasons with Chesapeake Shakespeare in Baltimore. He built the student matinee program at CSC, and fostered the veteran’s ensemble, Olive Branch and Laurel Crown. As an educator, he has taught for Loyola University (MD), Stevenson University, Northeastern University, Muhlenberg College, Carroll Community College, PCPA Theatrefest Conservatory, and the Brown University/Trinity Repertory Conservatory, and BCPS. Member of AEA, SAG-AFTRA.




Gentles
Ms. Jordan - Art & TAM Teacher
jabrams2@bcps.org
College Attended: Towson University (BA) & Loyola University (MA
Bio: I was born, raised and educated in Baltimore, Maryland! I have been teaching for over 10 years working with BCPS and local museums like the BMA and Walter's Art Museum. Currently, I will be teaching Fundamentals of Art as well as TAM! I love gardening, snorkeling and spending time with my daughter and our pup Marley!




Lewis
Ms. Lewis - Photography & Dance Teacher
[email protected]
College Attended: Morgan State University
Bio: I began my teaching journey in 2021 as an arts teacher, bringing a unique blend of experiences to the classroom. Before pursuing my passion for education, I worked in customer service across various industries, including finance, beauty, and automotive. This background has given me valuable skills in communication and problem-solving that I now apply to my teaching. I hold a bachelor's degree in fine art with a concentration in graphic design. Beyond my formal education, I've been a dedicated dancer since grade school, performing with several dance groups throughout Baltimore. My personal passion is majorette dance and mentorship, and I believe that creative arts are a powerful tool for personal growth. I am committed to helping my students prepare for the real world. I aim to not only foster their artistic skills but also to empower them to use their creativity to make a positive impact on society.