ArtSaid

In this episode, we talk about the 5 A’s: Advocacy, Assessment, Agency, Attendance, and Access and what’s at stake for quality arts education within our schools.

In this episode, we reflect upon how to reenergize and reengage with our work as educators.  We also stress the importance of collaboration and cultivating a mindset where you continue to invest in this work.

In this episode, we review some of the conversations that we’ve had throughout the year with an eye towards advocacy through consistent communication.

In this episode, we look at how we define what art does and/or what creativity means.  Through a discussion of cognitive and emotional levels, we work to reframe what an artist is.

In this episode, we sit down with TV Production teacher, Jason Ruggiero to discuss his professional career and the experiences he gives students through Media Arts.

In this episode, we sit down with director, writer and Chief Creative Advisor, Kevan Ali, to discuss his career in the film industry and the impact he’s making in New Jersey.

In this episode, we look at self reflection to expand our abilities to objectively observe ourselves, our students, and our teaching practices.

In this episode, we sit down with Scott Paul - musician / producer/ performer/ entrepreneur / activist and discuss his work through the organization HEEEAL.

In this episode, we sit down with visual art educator Trevor Bryan who created a literacy program, known as The Art of Comprehension which uses artworks and illustrations to help teach all students comprehension skills and writing skills. 

Check out his book - https://www.amazon.com/Art-Comprehension-Exploring-Conversation-Confidence/dp/1625311680

In this episode, we follow up on our conversation with Sanaz and Julian to dig further into the DEI conversation discussing their personal and professional experiences.

In this episode, we sit down with Julian Gomez, director of IDEA Cultural: Inspire Diversity Education and Arts.

In this episode, we sit down with Sanaz Hojreh to discuss the experiences and insights that have shaped her work in arts education through culturally responsive practices.

In this episode, we follow up on our conversation with Jed Dearybury to dive deeper into the concept of play, emotions, and creating an environment where it’s safe to create.

In this episode, we sit down with Jed Dearybury - educator, author, artist/illustrator, and creativity guru. His mission: Equip, Encourage, Empower the teaching profession using creativity, laughter, and hands-on fun!  www.mrdearybury.com 

In this episode, we discuss the necessity behind lesson planning - the documentation of your efforts, ideas, and instructional strategies that drive your own personal and professional development.

In this episode, we unpack the National Core Arts Standards through a discussion of how to read them, what they mean, what they are asking the students and teachers to do, and how they can be meaningful to instruction.

www.nationalartsstandards.org

In this episode, we dig into the purpose and functionality of curriculum within our schools as well as the tools and techniques to make it a viable and useful guide that you can make your own.

In this episode, we sit down with Bill Carbone to talk about his journey as a musician, ethnomusicologist, educator, and current Executive Director of Teach Rock.  To learn more about Teach Rock and their free open resources for educators go to: www.teachrock.org 

In this episode, we discuss our experiences teaching special education populations and the resources available to help you meet the needs of ALL of your students.