Guess what's right around the corner? You guessed it! YAM that's Youth Art Month and it is the month of March! So, what do you have planned? What have you done in year's past? Let us make some suggestions! And check out the "PAGE" on the sidebar or this blog to see links to national YAM info.
Present at a school board meeting! Talk to your principals asap so you can get yourself on the March agenda now! Make it an annual event- thank your board for all they've done to support the arts at your school or district while explaining to them the IMPORTANCE of art education! Bring a powerpoint presentation, students and their artwork or simply speak about your goals, achievements as a department and future plans. But most of all remember to THANK YOUR SCHOOL BOARD for their support and the OPPORTUNITY to present!
Showcase your student's work in the community! Talk to the local coffee shop and see if they are willing to showcase your kiddo's work for the month- or even a week! Do you have a YMCA? I bet they would allow you to put up a display! Put a display in your local public library! What's going on in the local "assisted living" homes in your area? Nothing puts a smile on a little old lady's face like some student artwork!
Celebrate with your students! Let your freak flag fly! I mean, have your students create YAM flags! Or do some other "novel" type art project in honor and celebration of Youth Art Month!
Host an annual Youth Art Month show! What a great opportunity to showcase student work of all ages!
Get planning now as February will come and go all to quick!
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