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PreK–12 Visual Art and Dance Content Specialist
Montgomery County Public Schools

Anjali Wells has a bachelor’s degree in studio art and a master’s in art education from the University of Maryland, a postgraduate certificate in Equity and Excellence in Education, and an Administrator 1 certificate from McDaniel College. Wells is the preK–12 visual art and dance content specialist for Montgomery County Public Schools, where she oversees the development and implementation of curriculum and supports teacher growth. Throughout her teaching career, Wells has worked with multiple community organizations to develop and implement arts education programs focused on student well-being, including founding the nonprofit organization, Creative Outlets Arts Center, in 2021 with the mission of teaching the community how to use art as a wellness tool. Wells is a member of the Anti-Racist Art Teachers Collective and a contributing author to the book Anti-Racist Art Activities for Kids.  

Supervisor of Visual and Performing Arts, Adjunct Professor Visual Art 
Newark Board of Education and Kean University 

Antonia N. Germanos is the supervisor of visual and performing arts for Newark Board of Education, overseeing preK–12 arts programs focused on curriculum, instruction, teacher training, and community partnerships. She is dedicated to ensuring all students access high-quality arts education, experience belonging, and find joy in learning.   

Germanos has also served as a preK–12 art educator, spent 10 years in nonprofit arts education, led as President of Art Educators of New Jersey, and served as Eastern Regional Director of Supervision/Administration for NAEA. 

She holds two master’s degrees in public school administration and visual arts education from Kean University; a bachelor’s degree in painting and drawing from Mason Gross, Rutgers University; and New Jersey state certifications for school business administrator, principal, supervisor, and teacher of Art K–12. 

Visual Art Supervisor
Prince George's County Public Schools, Maryland

Elizabeth Stuart has served as the visual art supervisor for Prince George’s County Public Schools in Maryland since 2014. She received a bachelor’s degree in art education from the University of Maryland, College Park; a master’s degree in education from the Maryland Institute College of Art; and her certificate in supervision and administration and doctorate in educational leadership with a superintendent’s certification from the University of Maryland, College Park. Stuart taught elementary art for 9 years and was the content specialist for art, theatre, and dance for Montgomery County Public Schools in Rockville, Maryland, for 7 years. Stuart received the NAEA National Art Educator of the Year Award in 2024 and the NAEA Gilbert A. Clark and Enid Zimmerman Leadership Award in 2023. She has presented at museums, as well as numerous state and national conferences on various topics concerning artificial intelligence, literacy, and leadership.