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Licking Valley Elementary Art Facilitators

Why we created this space:

Fantastic studio space and art materials always inspire ideas. The art teachers at the elementary are constantly searching for ways to organize the resources and concepts that drive art lessons and activities. Sometimes the ideas come so fast that we are unsure where to put them. It is a good problem to have. However, we sometimes feel like Lucy and Ethel in the I Love Lucy episode below. Where do we put all the good ideas and resources so that they are easily accessable when we need to meet the needs of our students? Wouldn't it be great if it was all a keystroke away? Wouldn't it be powerful if students could see other students modeling for them rather than just instructors? Wouldn't it be grand if the web based media we teach from was all in one place? A webspace is also a great way for student artists to connect to a larger authentic audience.

"We are not in the art business teaching kids; We are in the kid business teaching art."

Facilitators

Ms. Kellie Caplin

is a teacher who guides her students with a strong foundation in printmaking and painting skills. She works to create systems in her classroom that promote student success, understanding, and achievement.

Author Unknown (but very wise!)

"Teaching, real teaching, is - or ought to be - a messy business." -Harry Crews

"Who dares to teach must never cease to learn."-John Cotton Dana

Ms. Liz Kengeter- Bash

Originally from New Jersey, Ms. Bash holds a B.A. in studio art from Bucknell University and a M.A. in art education from the Ohio State University. She is passionate about ceramics, mixed media, and fiber arts iexcited to join the Licking Valley community!