Meaningful Mother’s Day Art Project Ideas Kids Can Make
Every Mother’s Day, families look for heartfelt ways to show appreciation for the moms, grandmas, and caregivers who mean so much. Art educators can help make the day special by creating artwork specific for Mother’s Day in the classroom. Check out these ideas! 5 Fantastic Classroom Art Projects for Mother’s Day This year, students […]
How Schools Can Raise Funds with Art Fundraisers: A Complete Guide
Teachers and schools work hard to provide students with enriching, creative learning experiences, but limited budgets can make it difficult to access the supplies needed for quality art projects. Too often, educators end up using their own money to purchase materials so students can create artwork that truly shines. A successful fundraiser can bridge this […]
Why Art Education Matters: The Lifelong Benefits for Kids
Beyond simply learning to draw or paint, engaging in the arts equips children with essential life skills that benefit them academically, socially, and emotionally. That’s why it’s worth preserving and promoting, even when the overall school budget is tight. Investing in art education has lasting advantages for students. 6 Core Values of Art Education […]
The Power of Keepsakes: Why Families Treasure Student Art Projects
From their first scribbles with crayons to carefully crafted masterpieces, each piece of a child’s artwork tells a story of their growth, imagination, and unique perspective on the world. For families, these artworks become far more than paper and paint—they transform into cherished keepsakes, capturing moments that can’t be recreated. That’s why Art to Remember […]
How to Maximize Limited Art Budgets in Schools
Art teachers often have to find ways to stretch their limited resources while providing enriching and creative experiences for students. It’s all too common for schools to face budget constraints, and many teachers go above and beyond, even dipping into their own pockets to fund projects. But it shouldn’t have to be this way. With […]
Why the Arts Are Essential and How Schools Can Keep Them Thriving!
Schools across the country are under increasing pressure to cut budgets and focus on core subjects like math, science, and reading. So unfortunately, when financial constraints arise, arts programs are often the first to face cuts. But the real shame is that they hold a significant responsibility in shaping well-rounded students and developing essential skills […]
Making the Case for Art Show Fundraisers—and How to Win Approval at Your School
Introducing new ideas can be a challenge. Whether it’s trying out a new program, starting a new tradition, or shaking up old routines, it’s natural to face some resistance. For schools, launching a student art show or kicking off a new class fundraiser can feel like a big step. But it’s definitely not something to […]
9 Tips for Art Teachers to Settle in and Shine This School Year
Starting the new school year as a teacher is both exciting and challenging—especially for art educators. It’s one thing to inspire creativity for your students, but then there are the demands of setting up the classroom and managing supplies. The work can quickly add up! But with a few smart strategies, you can make things […]
How to Maximize Your Art Class When Teaching on Rotation
Teaching art on rotation means you’ll have limited time with each group of students. Typically teachers only have a few weeks of instruction before moving on to the next class. This approach can present challenges, but it also offers unique opportunities to think creatively about how to make the most of your time. Instead of […]