[November 14, 2024] The session begins with an engaging presentation by Peyton Scott Russell, followed by an interactive Q&A session led by National Art Honor Society (NAHS) and National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) students.

[October 29, 2024] In this Open Studio Conversation, Andi Fink, a designer, educator, and illustrator, will share her insights about how to she balances her personal art and design career and thriving greeting card and specialty item business with roles as a graphic design instructor at Anoka Ramsey Community College and Minneapolis College of Art and Design. She’ll unpack how she multitasks and how she prepares her students to take advantage of multiple opportunities as working professional artists and designers. She’ll share some of her work, her teaching tips and tricks, and some much-needed affirmation for art educators who also want to practice what they teach! This Open Studio Conversation is sponsored by Wacom.

[October 24, 2024] Join us for an exciting dive into the Caucus of Social Theory in Art Education (CSTAE) Curriculum Portfolio, a useful resource for educators passionate about integrating social theory into their classrooms. We will explore a wide array of dynamic lessons and hands-on projects tackling today’s most pressing issues, all designed to spark creativity and critical thinking across various educational settings. During this session, you'll get a focused look at some standout projects, and we’ll walk you through the process of submitting your own materials for inclusion in the portfolio. Plus, you will learn how you can earn a stipend for contributions that pass our review process. We’ll also spotlight the new annual CSTAE Curriculum Award, introduced in 2023, which recognizes contributing curriculum authors every year. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to enhance your curriculum and connect with like-minded educators!

[September 26, 2024] In today’s complex landscape, the pursuit of equity, diversity, and inclusion (ED&I) can often be met with resistance, skepticism, or even penalties. This presentation explores practical strategies for advancing ED&I initiatives in environments where such efforts are not always welcomed or understood. We’ll delve into the challenges of advocating for change, discuss methods to build resilience, and share insights on how to effectively move forward while managing risks. Join us to learn how to navigate this critical work in a world that continues to evolve, where ED&I remains essential to this progress.

[September 10, 2024] Earlier this year, the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA), the National Art Education Association (NAEA), the National Association for Media Arts Education (NAMAE), the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), and the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO) announced a new partnership—the Arts Education Alliance—to amplify the value of arts education through joint advocacy work led by Amanda Karhuse and the Advocacy and Public Policy Team at NAfME. The Arts Education Alliance invites you to join us for this webinar to learn more about our cross-organizational collaboration and how we are working to ensure that a well-rounded education includes access to all five art forms. We will share actions arts educators can take to make your voices heard at the federal and state levels. Additionally, we will explore the collaborative work already underway by the Alliance, including advocacy to support education funding, legislation that strengthens arts access and participation, and examination of the National Core Arts Standards.

[August 22, 2024] Join us for an engaging session designed to help you prepare for a successful school year! Our Art Room 101 Series kicks off with Studio Procedures–Tips and Tricks for Back to School, designed to streamline classroom management and enhance teaching strategies for emerging and experienced art educators.

[June 20, 2024] The dynamic between artists as educators and educators as artists can bring diverse perspectives to the education field. Artists as educators may emphasize creativity, while educators as artists can integrate their artistic skills into teaching methods, enhancing the learning experience. Both approaches contribute to the holistic well-being of the arts educator. Join us as we explore these relationships in this NAEA Open Studio Conversation.

[May 23, 2024] - Join us for this Open Studio Conversation covering the basics of submitting a presentation proposal for the upcoming 2025 NAEA National Convention. Walk through the proposal submission process with Director of Learning and Program Development, Laura Grundler, and Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and Special Initiatives, Ray Yang, and 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!

[February 22, 2024] The session begins with an engaging presentation by Phillip Boutté Jr. and Mike Uwandi of 9B Collective, followed by an interactive Q and A session facilitated by National Art Honor Society (NAHS) and National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) students.

[January 25, 2024] Join us for a conversation on how research lives in our practice as educators and how it translates to K–12 settings through professional learning at the district level as well as the preparation of preservice educators. Presented by three members of the NAEA Research Commission, their shared experiences will highlight how the Commission actively promotes and engages a wide range of topics for empowering practice, advocacy, and dialogue among a range of education environments to build networks and foster collaborations.