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Why Your Mental Health Is the Most Important Thing

There are so many benefits to talking through things with a professional. Here are seven of my favorites. 1. It’s a safe space to say exactly what you mean and feel. 2. It will remove stress from other relationships in your life. 3. It will energize you so you … See more

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Why We Need to Talk About Mental Health (Ep. 214)

WEBWe should talk about mental health on a more consistent basis, but that fact has become more important as we spend more time away from each other. In this …

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5 SEL Lessons That Actually Work With Secondary Students

WEBTake a look at these five art lessons that bring in SEL concepts. 1. Personal Mantra Art. Our students are filled with self-doubt. In and out of school, they are …

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50 Activities That Support Social-Emotional Learning

WEBVision Board- Have students create a vision board of things they want to do in the future. Suggest thinking ahead in a day, a month, and in years. Have students …

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Optimism: The Why and the How

WEBBeing optimistic matters for you. Optimism may be linked with positive mental and physical health. Additionally, resiliency theory suggests optimism is critical …

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What Is Trauma-Informed Teaching, and What Does It Look Like in …

WEBWhat are trauma and trauma-informed teaching? According to Lisa Kay, author of Therapeutic Approaches in Art Education, trauma is “all-encompassing and …

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How to Safely Use Spray Paint With Your Students

WEBStudent Health and Safety. Spray paint fumes are a real concern, as student safety is of the utmost importance. You can’t just spray in your art room without …

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How to Stay Safe in Your Art Room

WEBDevelop a handwashing routine on their way in and out of the art room. Identify key touchpoints, like doorknobs, tables, and chairs, to disinfect as much as you …

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Quality Holistic Tips to Care for Mental Health in Your Art Room …

WEB3. Establish meaningful connections with your students. Build quality relationships with your students to turn your art room into a space where they explore …

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How to Effectively Save Mental Time and Energy Using Circles of …

WEBBeing an art teacher is no walk under twinkly holiday lights! The new year is here, and this reality is settling in all too quickly. To avoid wearing yourself out this …

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Why Is It So Hard to Be a Teacher Today

WEB50% of art teachers say that behavior management is what they struggle with most in their classroom. Those behavior implications aren’t what they once were. As a …

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Essential Safety Tips for Printmaking in the Art Room

WEBWe put our heads together and have come up with your essential list to keep safety in the art room at the forefront, without spoiling the fun of printmaking. 1. Find a …

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How to Get Moving in the Art Classroom

WEBHere are 5 ways to use movement in your art classroom, even if your students are older or are lucky enough to have outdoor recess. 1. Make a Movement …

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Art Therapy for Art Teachers (Ep. 195)

WEBToday’s episode takes a look at one of AOEU’s newest and most popular graduate courses, Art Therapy for Art Teachers. Shannon Lauffer returns to the show to …

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9 Tips to Integrate Artists With Disabilities and 7 Artists to Share

WEBUnderstanding the principle of windows and mirrors can be helpful when considering the benefits of integrating artists with disabilities. Although this refers to …

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10 Real-World Ways Art Class Can Impact Your Life

WEBArt is my life, and I’ll never regret the choices I made early on while in art class.”. 5. Visual Learning. Drawing, painting, and sculpting in art class help to develop …

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6 Powerful Ways to Advocate for Your Visual Arts Program Post …

WEB2. The Problem: Initiatives Take Precedence. New initiatives impact how the arts integrate and support school-wide plans. Often, these initiatives involve more work …

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What You Need to Understand About Generation Z Students

WEBGen Z students are no strangers to diversity. Our Generation Z students are the most diverse group yet. Nearly half identify as nonwhite and come from ethnic and …

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4 Essential Things You Need to Know About Clay

WEB2. Wet wipe surfaces. To continue on the idea of preventing clay dust in your classroom, it is essential to clean up your work areas using wet cleaning methods. Avoid …

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