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Conference Program
Conference Program
Conference Presenters + Presentations
Conference Presenters + Presentations
Lisa Burton
Wilson Middle School
Tips, Tricks, Classroom Tools you can't live without!
10:10 - Rm 103
I will share essential tools such as organizing student data, a web based classroom screen app, how to communicate with parents on discipline issues and more! This is what college doesn’t teach you and only experience can. Rather than trying to figure everything out and fumbling when you get your first classroom, have some tools ready to go! This will save you so much time AND much of it qualifies as High Quality Student Data and Knowledge when you get evaluated! This can apply to any age!
Jim Bycznski
Berea-Midpark High School
Creating Fantasy Through Our Imaginations: Movie Special Effects in the High School Art Room
1:50 - Rm 103
This presentation will focus on how I incorporated the skills, techniques, and materials associated with the film and entertainment industries into creating the only high school special effects class of its kind in the country.
Lacey Clark
Fairfield Central Elementary
From Pre-Service to In-Service: Transitions after Graduation
3:10 - Rm 148
A discussion of my journey from student to educator, shifting from idealizing a secondary environment to an elementary environment, the development of my professional mindset, and insights for future educators.
Katherine Coy-Smith
University of Cincinnati
Future Dreams are Imagined Through a Community Partnership
2:30 - Rm 136
Culturally responsive education, combined with Afrofuturism, engages art students with real artists who reflect them. Learn how to partner with community artists to give students future dreams and goals.
Stephanie Danker, Hal Loomis, Molly Ensor, Maria DeSantiago Galan, and Ally McLean
Miami University
Panel Discussion: Myaamia Arts & Culture Education Partnership
3:10 - Rm 136
Come hear from alumni and current students who have taught lessons about Myaamia culture, attended the Myaamia Winter Gathering, and presented about their experiences at state and national conferences.
Molly Ensor and Ally McLean
Indian Hill Middle School and Liberty Hill high School
It's the Little Things: First Years in Art Ed
2:30 - Rm 148
It's okay if it's not all figured out, Ally & Molly are here to help! Have questions about entering the Art Ed world? We got you. We will be discussing our experiences being hired as well as taking on our first years teaching in middle & high school art rooms with multiple preps.
Diana Fazio
Fairwood Elementary/Hamilton City Schools
WEAVING with a PURPOSE in any Educational Setting
Hands-On Workshop
11:30 - Rm 136
This is an informative session (with a tiny bit of hands-on) to give you ideas of how you can use weaving for Social-Emotional outlets, Academic Connections and/or Collaboration among students or staff.
Maria Flores, Ellen Long, & Isa Obradovich
Miami University
Miami University Preservice Pecha-Kuchas!
10:50 - Rm 103
Three fast-paced presentations on a variety of topics, including how coaching impacts classroom management, museum and gallery teaching strategies, and communication across differences!
Featured presentations are:
Maria Flores - A Coach's Perspective: Classroom Management... Without the Classroom
Ellen Long - Museums Matter: Introducing the Gallery to All Ages
Isa Obradovich - Semiotics, Symbolism, and Scaffolding: Bridging comprehension gaps through visual communication
Terry Haynes
Miami University/Cincinnati Art Museum
Get Hooked on String to Fabric
Hands-On Workshop
1:50 - Rm 136
Have you ever wondered how to take a string, a hook and create a fabric? This workshop will show your just how to do this ancient fiber craft. The basics of crochet will be presented with at least 30 minutes of practice time...and perhaps a small project to leave with.
Madeleine Hood
Miami University Career Center Assistant Director and Liaison, College of Creative Arts
Resume Strategies for Creatives
2:30 - Rm 103
Are you unsure where to begin with creating a creative resume? Do you think your current resume could use some improvement? Join us for a workshop designed to guide you through the process of building a strong, standout resume as you start your journey.
Madeleine Hood
Miami University Career Center Assistant Director and Liaison, College of Creative Arts
Shaping Your Artistic Identity: Crafting Your Portfolio
3:10 - Rm 103
Creative portfolios are essential when applying for jobs in the arts. In this presentation, we will be covering a few techniques and tips to consider when designing your portfolio. Through reviewing real student examples, you'll learn the dos and don'ts of portfolio development, while gaining tips to make your work stand out and represent your identity!
Liz Krehbiel and Mandi Reed
Ridgeway Elementary & Union County High School
Screen Printing with Stencils! Making the Most of Your Screen
Hands-On Workshop
1:50 - Rm 148
Hands-on workshop screen print your own mini tote! Learn some basic methods for screen printing with hand-cut stencils. Skills learned are adaptable to grades 3-12. Resources provided for material/supply ordering, lesson planning, and more. Limit 20 seats!
Alivia Link
Anna Elementary School
Interviewing: Painting Yourself as the Perfect Candidate
10:50 - Rm 148
This session will help you paint yourself as the ideal candidate and land the job you deserve by equipping you to be fully prepared for interviews.
Tori Reynolds
Miami University
Building an Inclusive Classroom Environment
10:10 - Rm 136
Learn about ways you can make your classroom a safe, equitable, and comfortable space for students of diverse ethnic and physical backgrounds, and why these things are important as an educator.
Ariel Rice
Monroe Primary School
Organized Chaos!
3:10 - Rm 154
Organized Teaching elementary art requires A LOT more organization than one may initially think. Join Ariel as we dive into topics regarding classroom management!
Katrina Shafor
University of Cincinnati
How to Empower your LGBTQ+ Students through Art-Making
10:50 - Rm 136
Learn how to uplift your LGBTQ+ students through art-making by encouraging art as storytelling, self-identity, and positivity. Be introduced to lesson plans, artist references, and art mediums to implement in your own classroom and projects.
Betsy Smith
Dixon
WonderFoam Mono Printing
Hands-On Workshop
11:30 - Rm 154
Learn and experience a simple way of teaching Mono Printing by using WonderFoam, Prang Washable Art Markers and Pacon Mixed Media Paper. All supplies will be provided and masterpieces will be created!
Perry Tatlow
Little Miami Middle School
New Teacher Survival Guide
10:10 - Rm 148
This presentation offers new teachers advice and resources for managing classroom dynamics, time, and work-life balance, ensuring a smoother transition through the first challenging years of teaching.
Karan Witham-Walsh
William Mason High School
Clay Slab-Building: Tips for Simplification and Success
Hands-On Workshop
11:30 - Rm 148
Tips and basics of working with slabs as well as options for adding surface textures. Karan will bring templates for participants to trace to make their own for their classrooms.
Remy Groh
Fairborn Intermediate School
Kids Don't Know Any Better... Or Do They? De-Escalation Strategies for the Classroom (CANCELLED)
2:30 - Rm 154
Let's talk about student behaviors in the classroom: the good, the bad and the ugly. What do you do when students are defiant, shut down or have an angry fuse? After working at a title I school, I've seen a lot. Come listen to how I use de-escalating strategies that help prevent eruptions, classroom management tips to help enforce consistent behavior and advice on how to talk to parents about child concerns.
Dana Kagrise
New Albany Middle School
The Power of Choice - (CANCELLED)
10:50 - Rm 154
The Power of Choice will focus on teaching students with special needs in the art room and working with professionals in your building to make everyone successful.
You will have students of all abilities…sometimes all at once, it will seem. And it can seem overwhelming and unmanageable at times. Having the knowledge of resources and how to best serve ALL of your students will be one of your greatest assets for everyones success. Seeing your students thrive in the art room where they may not otherwise shine is one of the greatest gifts and it starts with something so simple- choice.
Project examples, helpful advocacy tools for you and your students, tips on working with the service providers and support professionals in your building, general to specific accommodations and modifications, and stories of some of the best relationships I have made in my career will be discussed.
Dana Kagrise
New Albany Middle School
The Power of Choice Workshop - (CANCELLED)
Hands-On Workshop
11:30 - Rm 154
The Power of Choice workshop will focus on (hands-on) activities used with students with special needs in the art room.
You will have students of all abilities…sometimes all at once, it will seem. And it can seem overwhelming and unmanageable at times. Having the knowledge of resources and how to best serve ALL of your students will be one of your greatest assets for everyones success. Seeing your students thrive in the art room where they may not otherwise shine is one of the greatest gifts and it starts with something so simple- choice.
Project examples, helpful advocacy tools for you and your students, tips on working with the service providers and support professionals in your building, general to specific accommodations and modifications, and stories of some of the best relationships I have made in my career will be discussed.
Dana Kagrise
New Albany Middle School
Artist/Art Educator/Advocate: Making my heart happy (again) - (CANCELLED)
10:10 - Rm 154
Maintaining an artist identity while teaching with disabilities can seem daunting, especially when dealing with life, but it’s doable!
Successful artist/art educator/self-advocate shares resources to maintain your practice.
Balancing creating and submitting work to shows and publications with teaching full time with multiple chronic illnesses can be challenging, but isn’t impossible! Finding and creating a community of artists has been a big part of my successful continuation of my artistic practice over my 20+ year teaching career. Resources and tips on how I maintain my practice will be shared.
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