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Ahead of his keynote presentation at next week's NOW Conference, artist Reggie Laurent joins Tim on the podcast today. After telling about his childhood, developing his creativity, and his beginnings as an artist, Reggie shares a few more stories about his life and his art. Listen as he discusses his own artistic voice, how he began working with teachers, and why he wants his work to inspire students to be part of his legacy. 
Resources and Links Follow Reggie on Instagram and check out his website Find out about (and register for!) the NOW Conference See Reggie's partnership with Woodpecker Crafts

In today's episode, Janet joins Tim to discuss her upcoming article about what makes teachers stay at their schools or stay in the position they are in. Whether at the beginning of a teaching career or nearer the end, there are a lot of reasons teachers feel valued and committed to their school. Listen as the conversation covers six of the most important reasons, including supportive and transparent administration, a collaborative and positive environment, and a culture that values the arts. 
Resources and Links Read Janet's Why Teachers Stay article Take a look at the State of Art Education Survey Find out about all of the PD and Curriculum offerings from AOEU Six Ways to Support New Art Teachers 3 Considerations for Taking on a New Job or Position

In today's episode, AOEU enrollment specialist Betsy Komarchuk joins Tim to discuss some of the most important things art teachers should know about formative assessment. Whether using assessment to check for learning, to guide instruction, or facilitate peer and self-evaluations, Betsy has a plethora of ideas for utilizing formative assessment strategies in the art room. 
Resources and Links Strategies to Use Formative Assessment 6 Ideas for Formative Self-Assessment Ways to Gather Formative Assessment Data 6 Strategies for Fast Formative Assessments Find all the information you need for the NOW Conference

In today's episode, Amanda joins Tim for the July mailbag and an opening story about a wedding that was quite the adventure. Then, back by popular demand, more gardening talk! (and other creative endeavors, but skip to about 18:00 if you want to get right to the art ed talk). Listener questions include discussions about knowing when an artwork is finished, fighting for your planning hour, and the best strategies for teaching fine motor skills.
Resources and Links Take a look at the State of Art Education Survey The Quadrants of Creativity ChatGPT podcasts: Episode One and Two How to Advocate for Yourself in 4 Steps 6 Concrete Ways to Improve Your Relationship with Your Principal Developing Fine Motor Skills Learn more about the NOW Conference

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