The document introduces Ms. Drake, an art teacher and writer who loves sharing art with others. It summarizes that her Advanced Placement Art History class will explore how art has evolved over time from different cultures and periods, examine why humans create art and what art reveals about the societies it comes from. Students will analyze beautiful and ugly works of art, question their meanings, and visit a local art museum to experience art firsthand. The class involves a spring test for college credit comprising multiple choice and long response questions, and promises students will be successful if they put in the effort.