Since 1901, Davis and SchoolArts have been committed to providing art curriculum and resources that support educators and elevate the importance of creativity!
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Joined November 2008
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Environmental artist @rorirobsons builds large sculptures from discarded plastic to raise awareness about waste. Read our exclusive interview in the Storytelling issue. link in bio!
Balancing it all in the elementary art room is creativity! In #K12ArtChat ep. 269, @creativitydept talks with Leslie Grace, @NAEA_arteducators Elementary Division Director (@naeaelementarydiv) about navigating challenges, staying inspired, and finding balance without burning out.
What can Paul Kretchmer’s (@artcombobulated) Happy Art Teacher Rules teach us about sustaining growth? In #K12ArtChat 267, @creativitydept revisits Paul’s philosophy for encouraging creativity, taking risks, setting expectations and staying energized.
Sometimes the basics are worth revisiting! In #K12ArtChat episode 266, Matt & Laura Grundler (AKA the @creativitydept!) share practical art room wisdom, tips for building community, and tried-and-true ways to start the school year strong!
We're looking back at this Sept25 episode of #K12ArtChat. @creativitydept talks w/ @TamrynMcDermott, asst professor of art education at Utah State University, on the topic of multimodal learning.
Explore what it is, why it's beneficial, and ways to utilize it in your art room!
What does leading with vulnerability look like? In #K12ArtChat episode 265, @creativitydept talks with Lori Kirksted (@lorikirksted), author of The Imposter’s Guide to Authentic Leadership. Discover how art educators can find their voice, build confidence, and lead authentically.
How can music, stories, and traditions help students connect with cultures around the world? #K12ArtChat, @creativitydept talks with artist and musician Jennifer Licko (@jenniferlicko) about bringing culture into the classroom through music, storytelling, and tradition.
Today, the @creativitydept looks back at this #K12ArtChat episode with NAEA president Cindy Todd! Enjoy this discussion about using summer break to nurture artistic practices and personal well-being.
Gain insights and practical tips to embrace a more creative summer!
What goes on behind the scenes to make a museum experience engaging to its visitors? In this ep. of #K12ArtChat, @creativitydept invites Carolyn Keogh, Director of Edu and Public Programs at Olana State Historic Site in Hudson NY to explore the many facets of museum education.
Still on the fence about writing for SchoolArts? Check out our blog post on 10 reasons why every art educator should get published!
Included in the blog: Don't forget to download our free guide to learn why your story matters!
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How do you protect your professional joy at the beginning of the school year?
In #K12ArtChat episode 262, @creativitydept and art educator Dr. Stephen C. Newbold, Jr. (@stevienew) explore rituals, mindset, and classroom culture that help create a joyful art room from day one.
Dr. D’Wayne Edwards! 👟 @creativitydept chats with Dr. Edwards about ways to help students identify and explore the many creative careers in art and design.
Listen wherever you get podcasts!
Not all PD is created with art teachers in mind, but that doesn't mean it can't be valuable. This week #K12ArtChat @creativitydept and artist/author Dan Ryder (@WickedDecent) discuss how to find meaningful takeaways from any PD and bring those ideas back to your art classroom.
One of the biggest misconceptions about writing for SchoolArts is that you need a groundbreaking idea. You don’t!
Your experiences can help fellow educators. That’s exactly what we're looking for—classroom-tested ideas written by art teachers for art teachers.
Looking to get published? Our ClipCards are a great place to start! Check out our Writer's Guidelines for details on these quick, one-day lessons.
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#K12ArtChat the podcast, Episode 259
What if an idea from your program could inspire educators and students across the country? SchoolArts editor-in-chief, Frank Juárez shares how being published can connect educators and extend your impact far beyond the art room.
Resilience isn't built when things go right, it's built when they don't. In #K12ArtChat episode 257, @creativitydept shares practical ways to help students develop confidence through embracing creative risks and learning from setbacks.
How do you balance students’ passions and your curriculum? In #K12ArtChat episode 256, Bobby Eppleman joins @creativitydept to discuss building trust, fostering engagement, and teaching foundational skills in student-centered art rooms.
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If you’ve ever introduced an art project and been met with “What am I supposed to draw?” - you’re not alone. Getting students started is one thing. Getting them invested is another. That’s where a theme-based approach can help.
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