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In today's episode, Tim is joined by educator Yunga Webb to talk about her role and efforts at the North Country School in upstate New York to help students find their place and belonging through the power of the arts. Listen as they discuss the programs at her school, the activities she does to foster belonging in her classrooms, and the work we can all do to create a community and a space that offers belonging for all of our students. 
Resources and Links Take a look at the North Country School See the Blind Spot book that Yunga mentioned View a video from Mazahrin Banaji Learn more about AOEU's NOW Conference

In today's episode, Tim welcomes art educator and first-time guest Venise Keys to the show for a discussion on entrepreneurship in the art room. Venise shares her own journey into small business ownership and talks about how the lessons she has leaned translate into her classroom. Listen as the interview covers career exploration, art history, how emerging technologies have changed the opportunities available to students, and so much more.
Resources and Links 60 Visual Arts Careers to Discuss with Your Students Check out AOEU's Career Cards and find more in FLEX Curriculum Find out about all of the PD and Curriculum offerings from AOEU Follow Venise on Instagram  

In today's episode, Amanda joins Tim to discuss some of the most important things art teachers can look for when job hunting and interviewing. From setting expectations to administrative engagement to the art room budget, the conversation covers what green flags art teachers should look for throughout the process. The discussion also lays out ideas on how administrators and teachers can get on the same page when it comes to expectations for art teachers and their programs.  
Resources and Links Take a look at the State of Art Education Survey Find out about all of the PD and Curriculum offerings from AOEU The Art Teacher's Ultimate Guide to Getting Hired 3 Considerations for Taking on a New Job or Position

As we move toward the end of school, it is time for the June mailbag episode! Amanda and Tim begin with a chat about the chaos that is the end of the school year, then some ideas from listeners about what they want to change for the next school year. They then dive into a bit of advice on planning your curriculum, getting students engaged, and teaching photography. See the links below for all the resources mentioned in today's discussion!
If you have a question for a future mailbag episode, email podcasts@theartofeducation.edu or leave a voice recording at 515-209-2595.
Resources and Links Challenges to Foster Creativity video and PDF (Photography) A Comprehensive Guide to Teaching Digital Photography Strategies for Teaching Photography Podcast (Ep. 231) Check out even more photo resources in PRO Learning Find the Motivating Reluctant Learners pack in  PRO Learning Adaptive Art Resources, and the Adapting the Art Room graduate course There are PRO Learning packs on IEPs, Teaching Adaptive Art, Collaborating with Paraprofessionals, and more Tim's article on Assigning 3 Projects at Once

In this episode from the archives, Tim spends some time reflecting on why teachers need to take a break this summer. With so many teachers feeling exhausted, he talks about the benefits to stepping away and the reasons you should take a break from school-related work for a couple of months. Listen as he discusses creating a routine around what you love, exploring new ideas that excite you, and the benefits of making more connections with the people who can support you. 
Resources and Links Challenges From This Year and How Art Teachers Overcame Them Read Abby Schukei's article about Focusing on Yourself How to Reduce Stress and Take Things Off Your Plate Register for the NOW Conference!

In today's episode, Lindsey McGinnis joins Tim to discuss all of the recent happenings in the magazine and on YouTube, including passing the milestone of 20K YouTube subscribers! Listen as they discuss the plethora of articles published about teaching with poetry, new Cribs videos that have us touring the homes of other art teachers, and why cardboard is one of the best materials you can have in your classroom. 
Resources and Links Find everything you need about teaching with poetry Art Teacher Cribs, Episode 1 (and follow @mrshamisartroom on Instagram!) Zero Budget Art Room: Episode 1 and Episode 2 See Harris in the Art Room Makeover Watch Joe's very popular Day in the Life episode