The first years of teaching music can feel exciting, overwhelming, exhausting, and inspiring all at once. This practical and encouraging session focuses on realistic strategies for classroom management, concert preparation, assessment, organization, and teacher wellness.
Explore how to leverage visual literacy through picture books and photo analysis in Jr/Sr ELA classes. Try out different lenses when looking at a visual text and work through paired activities to help students respond personally, critically and creatively to visual prompts. Workshop attendees will leave with practical, hands-on lesson ideas to support student learning through multiple modalities.
Looking to launch a fibre arts program but not sure where to start—or how to afford it? This hands-on session is designed specifically for teachers who want practical, classroom-ready ideas they can use right away. Using simple, low-cost materials like donated fabrics, felt, and socks, you'll learn how to guide students in creating eye-catching, meaningful textile projects—without stretching your budget. We'll focus on approachable hand-stitching techniques that build student confidence and creativity, making fibre arts accessible for beginners at any grade level. Leave with ready-to-use project ideas, skill-building strategies, and the confidence to start your fibre arts program as soon as Monday. This session will be presented by the ATA Fine Arts Council.
