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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 11/04/2026 at 7:00 PM (EST)
[November 4, 2026 | 7pm ET] The Art of Holding Space moves beyond traditional classroom management to explore how restorative practices can transform the art room into a site of healing and mutual respect. Explore relationship-first teaching as presenters offer frameworks to help educators foster belonging, navigate conflict through creativity, and build resilient studio communities.
Practices for Healing and Connection in Art Education
Wednesday, November 4, 2026
FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembersThe Art of Holding Space moves beyond traditional classroom management to explore how restorative practices can transform the art room into a site of healing and mutual respect. Explore relationship-first teaching as presenters offer frameworks to help educators foster belonging, navigate conflict through creativity, and build resilient studio communities.
Participants will explore:
-The Restorative Mindset: Shifting from punitive discipline to a culture of collective care and accountability.
-Practical Strategies: Tools for facilitating restorative conversations within a busy art room.
-Creativity as Connection: How artmaking itself can serve as a bridge for reconciliation and emotional processing.Alicia Gray
Art Education Professor, Graduate School of Education, Tufts University
Alicia Gray has been an art educator since 2010, teaching in a wide variety of classroom settings, including high school, middle school, and higher education programs. As a former teacher in a trauma-sensitive public school, Alicia utilizes curriculum and practice to develop trauma-sensitive art education programs and communities of practice. Alicia holds a PhD in Education from Lesley University and is the former art education program director at Montserrat College of Art. She is a lecturer of art education in the Master of Arts in Teaching program at Tufts University. As an artist, Alicia employs mixed-media techniques, bookmaking, and collage.
Sara M. Gant
Expressive Arts Therapist, Heartfelt Counseling, Jacksonville, NC
Sara is a licensed clinical mental health counselor associate and nationally certified counselor. She received a master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from the University of North Carolina at Pembroke and a master’s in art education from East Carolina University. Sara was an art educator for 30 years before training to be an expressive arts therapist. She is honored to support and empower children, adolescents, and adults through a trauma-informed lens that draws on many modalities, including polyvagal theory and trauma-informed expressive arts therapy. Sara enjoys using drum circles, journaling, and music in her work.
Bobby Eppleman
Art Educator and former Behavior Specialist, Phoenixville, PA
Bobby Eppleman is a K–6 art teacher and former behavior specialist in the Phoenixville Area School District in Pennsylvania. With a background in restorative practices, emotional regulation, and student behavior, Bobby brings a unique lens to the art room—one that treats connection as the actual curriculum. He creates content for teachers on Instagram and has built an engaged community around the intersection of behavior science, SEL, and classroom culture. Bobby believes that a regulated, aware teacher is the most powerful tool in any classroom.
Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.
Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 09/16/2026 at 7:00 PM (EDT)
[September 16, 2026 | 7pm ET] A Curious Classroom redefines the art room as a laboratory for inquiry rather than a space for production. Thinking routines aren’t just “steps”—they are the scaffolding that allows students to dive deeper into their own curiosity. Join us for this session focused on making student thinking visible.
A Curious Classroom: Designing for Discovery Through Thinking Routines
Wednesday, September 16, 2026
FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembersA Curious Classroom redefines the art room as a laboratory for inquiry rather than a space for production. Thinking routines aren’t just “steps”—they are the scaffolding that allows students to dive deeper into their own curiosity. Join us for this session focused on making student thinking visible.
Participants will explore:
-The Power of Routine: How simple, repeatable frameworks can unlock complex student insights.
-Discovery by Design: Practical ways to structure your room and lessons to invite constant questioning.
-A K-12 Perspective: Seeing how these routines scale from the youngest artists to advanced students.Jason Blair
Art Educator, Dublin City Schools, Dublin, OH
Jason Blair is a veteran art educator with 24 years of experience. He spent 5 years collaborating with Harvard University’s Project Zero conducting research focused on cultivating creative and civic capacities. Jason serves as educator-in-residence at the Columbus Museum of Art and works nationally as a creativity consultant supporting schools and districts. He regularly presents at local, state, and national conferences and has delivered keynote addresses for art education associations in Ohio, Colorado, and New York. His work emphasizes creative thinking, collaboration, and meaningful civic engagement, inspiring educators to design learning experiences that nurture curiosity and empower students and communities.
Todd Elkin
Art Educator/Department Chair, Washington High School, Fremont, CA
Todd Elkin is a visual artist, arts educator, writer, and researcher. He earned a BFA in Interdisciplinary Studies from the San Francisco Art Institute, a teaching credential from Cal State East Bay, and an MEd from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. In addition to being a full-time visual arts teacher and fine arts department chair at Washington High School in Fremont, California, Todd has served as a mentor teacher in the Art21 Educators Program and as a senior faculty member in the Alameda County Office of Education’s Integrated Learning Specialist Program. Elkin is cofacilitator with Arzu Mistry of The Accordion Book Project. In 2016, he coauthored the artists’ book Unfolding Practice: Reflections on Learning and Teaching with Arzu Mistry.
Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.
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Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits Includes a Live Web Event on 07/15/2026 at 7:00 PM (EDT)
[July 15, 2026 | 7pm ET] Visual journaling is a powerful way to fuel creativity, deepen reflection, and spark meaningful artmaking—for both teachers and students. In this energizing webinar, artists and educators David Modler, Eric Scott, and Sam Peck will guide participants through accessible journaling processes that support personal art practice while enriching K–12 classroom instruction.
Riding the Creative Wave: Visual Journaling Techniques to Spark Artmaking All Year Long
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembersVisual journaling is a powerful way to fuel creativity, deepen reflection, and spark meaningful artmaking—for both teachers and students. In this energizing webinar, artists and educators David Modler, Eric Scott, and Sam Peck will guide participants through accessible journaling processes that support personal art practice while enriching K–12 classroom instruction.
Using surfing metaphors as a playful entry point, the presenters will explore intuition, a/r/tography, and culturally responsive art education through hands-on prompts and materials. Throughout the session, they will demonstrate a range of visual journaling techniques and materials, modeling accessible processes you can immediately bring into your own teaching and artmaking. You’ll experience how visual journaling can capture lived experience, connect identity to creative inquiry, and create space for exploration—whether during the school year or in summer art experiences.
Designed for K–12 art educators at all experience levels, this webinar offers ready-to-use strategies, adaptable prompts, and practical ways to integrate visual journals into your studio classroom. Participants will leave with techniques they can apply immediately to inspire experimentation, reflection, and sustained artistic momentum.
What You’ll Learn:
- Practical journaling strategies and prompts that support both teacher and student creativity.
- Hands-on techniques that connect intuition, identity, and visual inquiry.
- Adaptable approaches for summer artmaking or year-round classroom use.
- Real examples that help you inspire reflection, experimentation, and playful exploration.David Modler
Professor of Art, Coordinator of Art Education, Department Chair
David Modler is a maker, scholar, and professor originally from Baltimore, Maryland. He earned his BS and MEd degrees in Art Education from Towson State University and his MFA in Studio Art from James Madison University. He works obsessively in visual journals, and his work is conceptually rooted in art and social practice structures, cultivating community engagement, and exploring collaborative systems. He is currently serving as a fully tenured professor of art, coordinator of art education, and the chair of the Department of Contemporary Art, Communication, and Theater at Shepherd University in Shepherdstown, West Virginia.Eric Scott
Artist–Educator, Round Hill Arts Center and Loudoun School for Advanced Studies
Eric Scott is an artist and educator born and raised in Washington, Pennsylvania.He is dedicated to sharing his art and helping people tap into their artistic potential and cultivate their creativity. With 30 years of teaching experience, he frequently travels and provides workshops and presentations on the power of art and the visual journal.
In 2005 he teamed up with friend and artistic accomplice David Modler to coauthor two bestselling books, The Journal Junkies Workshop and Journal Fodder 365, both published by North Light Books. Eric lives in Purcellville, Virginia, with his wife and their menagerie of animals.
Sam Peck
PhD Candidate; Artist–Researcher–Teacher, New Bedford Public Schools, New Bedford, MA
Sam Peck is an artist, researcher, and teacher based in Warwick, Rhode Island, with a daughter on the way. While his foundation is in making art objects, stepping back for a broader view has sharpened his curiosity about how art shapes relationships. His recent projects focus on creating experiences that foster deeper human connection. Sam is a PhD student in Art Education in the Department of Curriculum and Instruction at the University of Minnesota. Working through post-intentional phenomenology infused with a playful a/r/tographic approach, he explores collaborative visual journaling and object-oriented ways of understanding the world.
Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.
Clock hours provided upon completion of any NAEA professional learning program are granted for participation in an organized professional learning experience under responsible sponsorship, capable direction and qualified instruction, and can be used toward continuing education credit in most states. It is the responsibility of the participant to verify acceptance by professional governing authorities in their area.
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[May 13, 2026 | 7pm ET] Art classrooms offer a powerful space for students to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more deeply in the creative process. This webinar introduces practical, time-efficient strategies that blend mindfulness, intuitive artmaking, and SEL-informed practices to help middle and high school students reduce stress, build emotional awareness, and express themselves with greater confidence.
Mindful Creativity in the Art Room: Simple Practices to Support Well-Being and Authentic Expression
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembersArt classrooms offer a powerful space for students to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and engage more deeply in the creative process. This webinar introduces practical, time-efficient strategies that blend mindfulness, intuitive artmaking, and SEL-informed practices to help middle and high school students reduce stress, build emotional awareness, and express themselves with greater confidence.
Teaching art and mindfulness together creates the mental space students need for creative thinking to flourish. Mindful routines help students settle their minds, ease anxiety, and access their imagination more easily, while process-focused art prompts encourage authentic expression without the pressure of perfection. These small shifts can transform the studio environment—improving focus, supporting self-regulation, and strengthening students’ ability to understand and communicate their emotions through art.
Explore ready-to-use ideas that fit naturally into existing lessons and daily classroom flow through this webinar. Learn how simple mindful moments and sensory-based check-ins can enrich studio routines, and how intuitive mark-making prompts—such as expressive drawing, guided visualization, or nonrepresentational response exercises—can help students bypass self-judgment and tap into their creative impulses. Discover the connection between present-moment awareness, creative confidence, and emotional well-being, offering concrete strategies that encourage students to feel more grounded and more connected to their own artistic voice.
What You’ll Learn:
- How to integrate quick 2- to 5-minute mindful routines—including breath work, sensory check-ins, and “slow looking”—to help students transition smoothly into artmaking.
- Intuitive art prompts that emphasize process over product, allowing students to explore, experiment, and express themselves without fear of making mistakes.
- Strategies for supporting emotional regulation and SEL through arts-based practices that help students understand, communicate, and manage their feelings.
- Approaches for fostering a calmer, more focused studio culture, where students feel safe to take creative risks and engage more deeply with materials and ideas.Raine Valentine
CAN Teacher Leader, Caucus on the Spiritual in Art Education Past Chair;Art Educator, Ridgely Middle School, Baltimore County, MD; Adjunct Professor, Notre Dame of MD
Raine Valentine is an award-winning art educator, intuitive painter, and former Chair of the Caucus on the Spiritual in Art Education. A leader in the NAEA Connected Arts Network, she is committed to uplifting mindful, culturally grounded, and student-centered creative practices. As the National Middle Level Art Educator of the Year, Raine brings over 15 years of experience integrating Teaching for Artistic Behavior (TAB), SEL, and Indigenous teachings into transformative art experiences. Her work empowers young artists to connect with their inner voice, regulate emotions, and embrace intuitive expression, while helping educators implement meaningful, time-efficient strategies that support holistic well-being and creativity.
Jane Dalton
Professor of Art Education, University of North Carolina Charlotte
Jane Dalton’s work integrates studio art and teacher education, emphasizing transformative learning through contemplative pedagogy, mindfulness, and the expressive arts. Grounded in learning science and neuroscience, her research shows how meditation can reshape brain function, behavior, and focus. She examines how contemplative art practices support emotional balance, self-awareness, and personal growth. Her recent book, The Mindful Studio (2023), adds to her three coedited volumes on contemplative practice and pedagogy in education. Dalton has authored multiple peer-reviewed chapters and articles, presented widely at conferences, and maintains an active studio practice alongside her academic scholarship.
Upon completion of this NAEA webinar, you may earn 1 hour of professional development credit as designated by NAEA. Once the webinar is completed, you may view/print a Certification of Participation under the "Contents" tab. You may also print a transcript of all webinars attended under the "Dashboard" link in the right sidebar section of the page.
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Teacher renewal and well-being are essential for sustaining passion, creativity, and resilience in the classroom. By nurturing practices that support balance and self-care, teachers can cultivate a sense of renewal that enhances both their personal fulfillment and professional effectiveness.
The proposed Curated Collection brings together resources, practices, and perspectives that highlight the intersections of teacher renewal, well-being, and creative pedagogy. At its core, the collection emphasizes the importance of sustaining educators through reflective, contemplative, and arts-based approaches that nurture both professional growth and personal vitality. The collection offers various ways to explore how mindfulness, creativity, and self-care can be integrated into a teacher's personal and professional life, drawing from scholarship, classroom experiences, and personal practices. Each resource is selected to demonstrate practical strategies and research-based insights, encouraging educators to engage in renewal not as an isolated act but as an ongoing cycle of reflection, balance, and inspiration. By weaving together theory and practice, the Curated Collection aims to support teachers in fostering resilience, deepening their pedagogical presence, and ultimately enhancing their well-being and that of their students.
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NAEA Platform and Position Statements:
- Position Statement on Achieving an Equitable, Diverse, and Inclusive Visual Arts Education Profession
- NAEA Position Statement on Supporting, Sustaining, and Retaining Art Education Programs in Colleges and Universities
NAEA Books:
- Uniting Body, Mind, and Spirit Through Art Education. By Jane K Bates
- The Heart of Art Education: Holistic Approaches to Creativity, Integration, and Transformation. By Laurel H. Campbell and Seymour Simmons III
- Art Education and Creative Aging Older Adults as Learners, Makers, and Teachers of Art (No. 352). Edited By Melanie Davenport, Linda Hoeptner Poling, Rébecca Bourgault, Marjorie Cohee Manifold
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Art Education Journal:
- Campbell, Laurel H., and Jane Dalton. “Researching Contemporary Handwork: Stitching as Renewal, Remembrance, and Revolution.” Art Education (Reston), vol. 72, no. 4, 2019, pp. 29–35.
- Baer, S.A., Smith, K.A., Danker, S. D. (2024) Autobiographical Lectures of Leaders in Art Education, 2001–2021 (No. 353).
- Bastos, F. (2009). Resonant Teachers’ Voices. Art Education, 62(4), 4–5.
- Broome, J. & Sandell, R. (2023). Real Lives Now: Narratives of Art Educators and 21st Century Learning.
- Reed, K. (1957). The Needs of the Teacher. Art Education, 10(5), 1–2.
Studies in Art Education Articles:
- Lawton, P. H. (2025). Critical [Self] Portraiture: Authoring Our Own Stories. Studies in Art Education, 66(2), 198–213.
- Kwon, H. (2022). Pedagogies of Care and Justice: African American High School Art Teachers During the Civil Rights Era in the Segregated South. Studies in Art Education, 63(3), 256–274.
- Dalton, Jane E. “A Review of Art as Contemplative Practice: Expressive Pathways to the Self.” Studies in Art Education, vol. 60, no. 2, Routledge, 2019, pp. 144–47.
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[April 30, 2026] Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2027 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Laura Grundler, Director of Learning and Program Development, and Ray Yang, Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Special Initiatives. Learn firsthand what you’ll need to prep your submission—plus tips to make it easier and more effective. Bring your questions and walk away ready to submit your presentation proposal! Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.
NAEA Open Studio: Submitting Your Presentation Proposal for NAEA27
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Cost: FREE!Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2027 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Laura Grundler, Director of Learning and Program Development, and Ray Yang, Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and Special Initiatives. Learn firsthand what you’ll need to prep your submission—plus tips to make it easier and more effective. Bring your questions and walk away ready to submit your presentation proposal!
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Laura Grundler
NAEA Director of Learning and Program Development
Ray Yang
Director of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (ED&I) and Special Initiatives
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[April 23, 2026] National Art Honor Society students and art educators are invited to connect with current college students studying a variety of visual arts disciplines to gain insight and inspiration from their experiences. Join us for an engaging virtual event featuring presentations from college art students representing different areas of the visual arts. The session will also include a live chat and interactive Q and A facilitated by our National Art Honor Society Student Ambassadors.
Artist Connections: Open Studio Conversation With College Art Students
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Cost: FREE!National Art Honor Society students and art educators are invited to connect with current college students studying a variety of visual arts disciplines to gain insight and inspiration from their experiences.
Join us for an engaging virtual event featuring presentations from college art students representing different areas of the visual arts. The session will also include a live chat and interactive Q and A facilitated by our National Art Honor Society Student Ambassadors.
Note: This event is open to both art educators and National Art Honor Societies students. Please note that the on-demand recording is available only to NAEA members and does not provide NAEA professional learning credit.Aynecia Gardner
Graphic Design Student
Mississippi Christian University
Aynecia Gardner, a former visual arts student at Ida B Wells APAC (Academic and Performing Arts Complex) and valedictorian of Murrah High School, is a nationally and regionally recognized artist attending Mississippi College. She was a member of NJAHS and NAHS for the past 6 years and served as an officer. During her 6 years at APAC, she received a National Scholastic Art Medal, was juried into the NAHS Student Exhibition, had a graphic design internship, received a perfect AP Art score, and has had her artwork exhibited in numerous museums and galleries in Mississippi. She currently works as an associate curator assistant at the Mississippi Museum of Art, where she is also a member of their teaching fellowship. Her main mission is to bridge the gap between graphic design and art education. She wishes to inspire children to follow their passions and showcase the creative talent hidden in Mississippi.
Angel Beckman
Art Education Student
University of Northern Colorado
Angel Beckman is an emerging art educator and artist currently studying art education with an endorsement in culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) education at the University of Northern Colorado. Angel is the NAEA Preservice Division Director-Elect, where she is training to help navigate preservice students. Her work focuses on connecting art with students’ lived experiences, encouraging both creative exploration and meaningful dialogue. As both an artist and educator, Angel is committed to lifelong learning, community engagement, and empowering students through the arts.
Jainson Cedillo
Art Student
Towson University
Jainson Cedillo is an Ecuadorian American artist born in Queens, NY, raised partly in Passaic, NJ, and currently based in Baltimore, MD. He developed a love for drawing with graphite pencils—his most accessible medium growing up—and has since expanded into acrylic and oil painting, printmaking, and woodworking. Jainson’s work explores the intersection of his Ecuadorian heritage and queer identity through expressive figures, vibrant colors, and symbolic portraiture. His art blends bold patterns, emotional figuration, and personal narratives to normalize and celebrate the experience of being both Hispanic and queer. Ranging from joyful and celebratory to deeply reflective, his work often addresses contemporary challenges while highlighting identity and belonging. Portraiture remains central to his practice, with abstract patterned backgrounds that reflect the lived experiences and identities of his subjects.
Josie Hoskins
Scenic Artist, Student
Dobbins Conservatory at Southeast Missouri State University
Josie Hoskins is currently enrolled at the Dobbins Conservatory at Southeast Missouri State University, where she is double majoring in BFA Theatre: Design and Technology and BA: Art. Last summer, Josie was the paint charge at the Black Hills Playhouse. She loves creating art every day, using various media including sculpture and painting. Josie is excited to speak about her experiences in art and to join this Studio Conversation.
Cailyn Choi
NAHS Student Council Ambassador
Cailyn Choi, a stationary geek and art enthusiast, is currently a junior at Lakeside School in Seattle, Washington. She loves all kinds of arts—drawing and painting, photography, mixed media, and more—and will take any opportunity she can get to make something creative! Cailyn believes art is one’s voice and way of expression, and she encourages everyone to use their creativity, regardless of skill level, to participate in something artsy. Whether it’s cooking or baking, drawing, singing, playing an instrument, dancing, or anything else, Cailyn hopes people can find their creative outlet for speaking their truth through creativity. She has also recently become interested in video making and vlogging, and she looks forward to exploring new artistic styles in the upcoming year. When she is not at school or in the studio, she loves to golf with her friends and family or take naps with her Maltese.
Josh Wilson
NAHS Student Council Ambassador
Josh Wilson is a senior at Parkville Hill South High school who enjoys fine arts–related projects like oil painting, charcoal, and colored pencil. Josh is excited to be part of the National Art Honor Society Student Council. As someone going into a creative field, Josh feels this is a great opportunity to gain experience while doing something he is passionate about.
Isabel Lee
NAHS Student Council Ambassador
Isabel Lee is a senior at Los Altos High School and co-president of the National Art Honor Society. Through NAHS, she has contributed to community murals, art exhibitions, and creative outreach projects, including artwork for hospitalized children, sheltered animals, and The Memory Project for disadvantaged children worldwide. She completed AP 2-D Art & Design and is enrolled in AP Drawing. Isabel views art as a form of self-expression and a means to advocate for issues she cares deeply about. Her work has earned recognition including second place in the Congressional Art Competition, a cover feature in Blue Marble Review, and an honorable mention in the BowSeat Ocean Awareness Contest. Beyond the arts, she holds leadership positions in her school’s Environmental Green Team and the Stanford Hills Chapter of the National Charity League. She hopes to continue integrating art, community service, and leadership to inspire positive change in her community and beyond.
Tanvi Kulshreshtha
NAHS Student Council Ambassador
Tanvi Kulshreshtha is a junior at BASIS Phoenix. She serves on the Arizona Youth Arts Council and as the President of the National Art Honor Society (NAHS/NJAHS), she combines her love for art and leadership. Art has always been central to who she is—whether through painting, sketching, graphic design, or playing piano.Tanvi has led a variety of community-based art projects, including interactive murals, community garden benches, Empty Bowls fund-raisers, and senior home art workshops, all with the goal of making art more accessible and meaningful. Her favorite medium is acrylic painting because of its ability to create vibrant layers and depth. Tanvi has grown into a dedicated, innovative, and collaborative leader, and she is honored to continue serving her community through the council this year.
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Tools for National Art Honor Society chapters, sponsors, and student members.
The National Art Honor Societies Curated Collection is a comprehensive resource that supports NAHS, NJAHS, and NEAHS chapters, sponsors, and student members. The collection includes a wide array of content, such as artists' interviews, information on creative careers, portfolio development resources, and more, to enhance chapter activities.
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National Art Honor Societies Sponsor Portal:
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[March 26, 2026 | 7pm ET] Managing an art room presents distinct challenges, from organizing materials to maintaining a productive, creative environment. This online webinar supports art educators with practical strategies for managing the unique demands of the art room. Experienced educators will share classroom-tested tips for organizing materials, establishing routines, supporting student independence, and addressing common challenges. Designed for educators at any career stage, this conversation-centered session offers realistic ideas you can apply right away.
NAEA Open Studio Conversation: Art Room Management 101
Thursday, March 26, 2026 | 7pm ET
Cost: FREE!Managing an art room presents distinct challenges, from organizing materials to maintaining a productive, creative environment. This online webinar supports art educators with practical strategies for managing the unique demands of the art room.
Experienced educators will share classroom-tested tips for organizing materials, establishing routines, supporting student independence, and addressing common challenges. Designed for educators at any career stage, this conversation-centered session offers realistic ideas you can apply right away.
Please note that participation in this live event or recording does not include NAEA professional learning credit.
Katie Jarvis
Elementary Art Educator
Katie Jarvis is an elementary art educator with 24 years of teaching experience. She creates content for Managing the Mess, where she shares practical ideas for art room routines, studio procedures, and classroom management. She shares classroom-tested strategies and real-world examples with art teachers through YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook, supporting educators around the world in organized and engaging art rooms.
Jeff Broome
Professor of Art Education, Director of PhD Programming in Art Education
Florida State UniversityJeff Broome is a professor and director of PhD programming for the Department of Art Education at Florida State University. He previously served as the Director of the Higher Education Division of both the National Art Education Association (NAEA) and the Florida Art Education Association (FAEA), and as co-chair of the 2019 and 2020 Art Education Research Institute Symposium. He was named the 2016 Higher Education Art Educator of the Year by FAEA, and the 2020 Southeastern Region Higher Education Art Educator of the Year by NAEA. Previously, Jeff worked for the University of North Texas, the University of Georgia, and as a public school art teacher, where he received a Teacher of the Year Award from Cypress Creek Elementary. He is the current President-Elect for FAEA. His forthcoming book, titled Managing an Art Classroom With Care: Stories From the Field, is set for release in 2026.
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[March 18, 2026] Ceramics offers students a uniquely tactile and deeply engaging artmaking experience—yet building and sustaining a ceramics program can feel overwhelming, especially in schools with limited space, resources, or only one art teacher. This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting.
Building Thriving Ceramics Programs: Practical Strategies, Creative Possibilities, and Real-World Classroom Insights
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
FREE for NAEA members; $49 for nonmembersCeramics offers students a uniquely tactile and deeply engaging artmaking experience—yet building and sustaining a ceramics program can feel overwhelming, especially in schools with limited space, resources, or only one art teacher. This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting.
Through real-world examples and adaptable strategies, presenters will demonstrate how to organize essential materials, set up safe and functional studio spaces, and make clay work meaningful and achievable for all learners. You’ll also hear how a ceramic artist in a small district built a robust ceramics program within general 9–12 art classes—offering candid insight into advocacy, funding, equipment selection, safety regulations, and navigating classroom space challenges.
Designed for educators at any stage, this webinar emphasizes how thoughtful planning, creative problem solving, and intentional curriculum design can spark joy for both teachers and students. You’ll leave with concrete techniques, resource recommendations, and ready-to-use approaches to strengthen your practice and support long-term program sustainability.
What You’ll Learn:
- Practical strategies for organizing supplies, materials, and studio workflows that make clay accessible to all learners.
- Techniques for establishing safe, developmentally appropriate routines for kiln use, clay handling, tool care, and classroom movement.
- Guidance for selecting kilns, clay bodies, glazes, and essential tools suited to various grade levels and school types.
- Approaches for advocating for ceramics instruction within your school or district, including navigating safety requirements and space limitations.
- Funding ideas—from grants to partnerships to creative low-cost solutions—that help launch or sustain a ceramics program.
- Adaptable project ideas and instructional strategies that nurture creativity, skill development, and student engagement across grade levels.Sarah Horn
Visual Arts Instructor, Walton-Verona High School, Walton, KY
Sarah Horn earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of Cincinnati and a Master of Arts in Teaching from Northern Kentucky University. Sarah is also a National Board Certified Teacher in EAYA Visual Art. As an artist and educator, Sarah balances an active ceramic studio practice while teaching in a small, slightly rural school in northern Kentucky. Sarah is active on the Kentucky Art Education Association Board of Directors as the Public Relations Officer and currently serves as the NAEA Secondary Division Southeastern Region Director.
Christine Colby
Art Educator, Seabreeze High School, Daytona Beach, FL
Christine Colby is a sculpture and ceramics teacher in Daytona Beach, Florida. She teaches all levels of 3D Art and ceramics to six classes a day. Christine earned her Bachelor of Fine Art from the University of South Florida and her Master of Fine Arts in Ceramics from the University of the Arts in Philadelphia. She is responsible for direct instruction, firing kilns, ordering supplies, grading artworks, and helping students enter artworks into multiple competitions through the year.
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