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Finding Ways to Keep Students Inspired

8/25/2015

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9 days to Pre-Register!
Fall Conference Registration Is Now Open!
Instill Art - Install Art!
September 17-19
Register Now!
Have you looked at all the fantastic opportunities
for professional development
at this year's fall conference?
Check it out NOW!
DRAFT SCHEDULE AVAILABLE NOW!
Non-Members Receive NAEA/NATA Membership for Attending NATA Fall Conference
Calling all art specialists! If you are not a member of NATA, consider attending fall conference and paying the non-member price. You will be offered an opportunity to sign up for a membership at the registration desk and NATA will pay your membership for the next year.
NOVICE ART TEACHERS ATTEND FALL CONFERENCE for FREE!
We have THREE sponsored registrations so far! Would you like to foster the growth you have experienced by attending NATA Fall Conference?  Are you a novice teacher of 5 years or less and ready to join NATA?  We have the perfect match for you! 
Sponsor a novice teacher to attend fall conference for 2 days. The new teacher will be required to join NATA/NAEA before or at fall conference ($80).  The mentor will receive a discount rate for purchasing a novice registration.
Register to win if you have 5 years or less teaching experience and you want to be entered to win a 2 Day fall conference registration.  On September 5th, 2015 we will draw as many names as we have sponsored registrations.  Winners will be notified immediately so arrangements can be made to attend conference. You must be available to attend September 18-19, 2015 in Omaha, NE.  If you are notified as a recipient, you must join NATA before or when you arrive at the conference. 
Public Invited to UNO Art Gallery’s Opening Reception for NATA Art Educators
The work of a renowned photographer and works from several dozen of Nebraska’s art educators will open the University of Nebraska at Omaha (UNO) Art Gallery’s 2015-2016 season beginning Friday, Aug. 28. A public reception will mark the exhibit’s opening. The reception will run from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. on the first floor of the Weber Fine Arts Building on UNO’s Dodge Campus. Show runs through October 1. More information
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Inspire with Video
Thank you to Melissa Cleaver for finding this post on the Art of Education. See the website for many more awesome music videos inspired by art.
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Nebraska Artists Video Profiles Project
As of last week, we now have a total of 58 individual video profiles on the website, with more coming soon. 
It is ready for your review and possible use in your classrooms. And by the way, the website will work on all your devices, from smart phones up to desktops. Please let Laurie and I know what works and what needs refining. 
Submit your story to share how you use technology to inspire in your classroom.
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NATA Board Meeting Scheduled
Please join us following fall conference for our board meeting. September 19, 2015, 4:30-7:00pm dinner meeting, TBD location,Omaha, NE.  Dinner will be served starting at 5:00pm. If you will be attending please notify natapresident@gmail.com immediately.

News from other sources...

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Plum Creek Children's Literacy Festival
October 1-3, 2015
Featuring: Andrew Clements, Carmen Deedy, Debbie Diller, Denise Fleming, Steven Kellogg, Eric Litwin, Peter Lourie, Jerry Pallotta, Richard Peck, Janet Stevens, Tomie dePaola (via Skype)
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Papillion 2nd Annual Art Stroll Art Market
We are asking participating artists to do a live demonstration.
Saturday, Sept 26 - 10 am to 5 pm, Downtown Papillion
Fee:  $25 / Checks payable to HDPBA day of event at check-in.
www.facebook.com/HistoricPapillionArtStroll 
Email Kim Shaw or call 515-577-8658 for application and information.
View the 2014 Art Stroll
Sponsored by the Historical Downtown Papillion Business Association. 
MWSU Visual Arts Day
Missouri Western State University's Department of Art is extending an invitation to you and your art students to attend the fourth annual MWSU Visual Arts Day. This year Visual Arts Day 4 is scheduled for Thursday, October 8, 2015.  Events will begin at 8:00 am and conclude about 3:00 pm. The day will consist of a juried high school art exhibition, art competitions and events, and studio workshops in clay, graphics, animation, printmaking, painting, photography, drawing, and sculpture. Participating students and faculty will have the opportunity to explore and create in an environment designed to promote creativity, collaboration, and camaraderie.  If you would like to participate please complete the online School Registration Form at https://www.missouriwestern.edu/orgs/artday/SchoolRegistration.html.
If you need more information about Visual Arts Day 4 please check out the website at http://www.missouriwestern.edu/orgs/artday/Index.html
Additionally, if you know of anyone who might be interested in participating in Visual Arts Day 4 or would like to receive information about future art events and workshops at MWSU, please feel free to forward this message to them.
The MWSU Department of Art looks forward to hearing from you soon.
David Harris, Missouri Western State University, Department of Art
4525 Downs drive
Saint Joseph, MO 64507
harris@missouriwestern.edu, Art Office: 816-271-4282
MWSU Art  http://www.missouriwestern.edu/art/
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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COUNTDOWN!

8/19/2015

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16 days to Pre-Register!
Fall Conference Registration Is Now Open!
Instill Art - Install Art!
September 17-19
Register Now!
Have you looked at all the fantastic opportunities
for professional development
at this year's fall conference?
Check it out NOW!
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SPONSOR A NOVICE ART TEACHER TO ATTEND FALL CONFERENCE!
Would you like to foster the growth you have experienced by attending NATA Fall Conference?  Are you a novice teacher of 5 years or less and ready to join NATA?  We have the perfect match for you!  
Sponsor a novice teacher to attend fall conference for 2 days. The new teacher will be required to join NATA/NAEA before or at fall conference ($80).  The mentor will receive a discount rate for purchasing a novice registration.
Register to win if you have 5 years or less teaching experience and you want to be entered to win a 2 Day fall conference registration.  On September 5th, 2015 we will draw as many names as we have sponsored registrations.  Winners will be notified immediately so arrangements can be made to attend conference. You must be available to attend September 18-19, 2015 in Omaha, NE.  If you are notified as a recipient, you must join NATA before or when you arrive at the conference.

NEWS FROM OTHER SOURCES...

NebraskARTS Awards
Each year, Nebraskans for the Arts will honor a Nebraska school board or school who has supported and encouraged achievement in the media arts, visual arts, dance, music, or theater.  Nomination can only be made by Nebraskans for the Arts members. Submit a nomination for the 2015 NebraskARTS Award and help us recognize outstanding arts education programs in Nebraska. Nominations are due by Friday, September 4, 2015.
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NAC Helps Keep Art in Education
Nebraska Arts Council education grants and programs include:
Artists in Schools/Communities Sponsor Grants
Arts Learning Project Grants
School Bus for the Arts Grants
Poetry Out Loud
For more information on NAC arts education programs and grants, contact Anne Alston at 402-595-2122 or anne.alston@nebraska.gov.
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Upcoming Events at Sheldon
August 20 12:15 PM
Look! At Lunchtime
Alex Alberda, curatorial intern, will facilitate a 15-minute dialogue on Olive Rush’s Food Bearers (Food Bearers—Shalako Dance), 1923.
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Hello Artists,
I’m sending you information about an exciting Plein Aire event in Historic, Seward, Nebraska on October 10 & 11.  The architecture in that beautiful city is full of lines and shapes that are just begging to become works of art and the court house on the city square is spectacular!  I am thrilled that the city of Seward and the Red Path Gallery are inviting artists to visit and share in two artistic days in this environment.  Coffee, rolls and fruit will be served both mornings.  Also included in the adventure are a pasta buffet on Saturday night and a soup lunch on Sunday.  There will be an optional “Wet Paint” sale on Sunday afternoon where you are able to show and sell your work to art patrons.  Of course, you are welcome to invite your own patrons to this experience as well.
I invite you to join other artists in this artistic adventure.  Weather is not a concern as the city layout also provides covered outdoor areas for the artists as well as a Civic Center with large window areas if the weather does not cooperate.
Please share this information with artist friends and art groups that you know.
You may contact Jeanne K. Hain Wiemer at The Red Path Gallery at 402-540-6929 with any questions or for more information.
The Link to PURCHASE ENTRY FEE ONLINE IS: http://mkt.com/red-path-gallery/historic-seward-plein-aire
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stART it UP...

8/12/2015

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SPONSOR A NOVICE ART TEACHER!
Would you like to foster the growth you have experienced by attending NATA Fall Conference?  Are you a novice teacher of 5 years or less and ready to join NATA?  We have the perfect match for you!  
Sponsor a novice teacher to attend fall conference for 2 days. The new teacher will be required to join NATA/NAEA before or at fall conference ($80).  The mentor will receive a discount rate for purchasing a novice registration.
Register to win if you have 5 years or less teaching experience and you want to be entered to win a 2 Day fall conference registration.  On September 5th, 2015 we will draw as many names as we have sponsored registrations.  Winners will be notified immediately so arrangements can be made to attend conference. You must be available to attend September 18-19, 2015 in Omaha, NE.  If you are notified as a recipient, you must join NATA before or when you arrive at the conference.
The Visual Arts ... So Much More Than What You See!
Visualize a World Where Support for the Arts Abounds . . .Take Action! - See more
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NAEA Advocacy page
NAEA Arts ED Advocacy Flyer
NAEA Art Ed Advocacy Store
Kennedy Center Arts Ed advocacy tool kit

And News From Other Sources...

NAEF Grant Program Deadline October 1, 2015
As an independent, philanthropic organization, NAEF assists with efforts to represent the teachers of art in America, improve the conditions of teaching art; promote the teaching of art; encourage research and experimentation in art education; sponsor institutes, conferences, and programs on art education; and publish articles, reports, and surveys about art. The Foundation has supported 286 projects since its inception in 1985. NAEF funding supports a wide variety of professional activities, including research in art education, scholarships for professional development, promotion of art education as an integral part of the curriculum; establishment and/or improvement of art instruction in public and private K-16 schools; promotion of the teaching of art through activities related to the instructional process, curriculum, student learning, student assessment, classroom behavior, management, or discipline; and purchase of art equipment and/or instructional resources. - See more...
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The next Grant Program Deadline (for Project Year July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017) is October 1, 2015. All applicants must have been a member of NAEA as of October 1, 2014 in order to be eligible to apply for these grants. Please note that the proposals must be mailed to NAEF and cannot be submitted electronically.
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Lincoln Arts Festival September 26 and 27, 2015
Mark your calendars today and reserve time to spend at the Lincoln Arts Festival.  We are currently recruiting a group of amazing artists, volunteers and sponsors. We would love to have you be a part of this great event. 

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reTURN It Up...

8/4/2015

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Are you READY to reTURN?

Fall Conference Registration Is Now Open!

Instill Art - Install Art!
September 17-19
Register Now!
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Planning Ahead for Chicago 2016!
You will be able to earn college credit for attending the NAEA Convention in Chicago and accrue hours (15 hours=1 unit=$60).  Enroll for a unit by participating in NAEA Webinars, NAEA Virtual Conference, and NAEA PreConvention Sessions. University credits are through California State University, Chico, a NCATE accredited institution. Watch the conference website for more information to come!
NAEA National Award Nominations are Now Open
Program Objectives:
  • To recognize excellence in the many outstanding individuals, state/province associations, and programs of NAEA. 
  • To focus professional attention on quality art education and exemplary art educators. 
  • To increase public awareness of the importance of quality art education.  
  • To set standards for quality art education and show how they can be achieved.  
  • To provide tangible recognition of achievement, earn respect of colleagues, and enhance professional opportunities for NAEA members. 
Who May Nominate?  
  • Individual Members  
  • State/Province Associations  
  • Special Issues Groups 
Eligibility.
NAEA members who meet the established criteria. Membership is not required for the Distinguished Service (Outside the Profession) award. - See more...

News From Other Sources:

LUX Center For the Arts, Lincoln
NEBRASKA TALLGRASS PRAIRIES BY JEAN LEWIS
Jean Lewis
Nebraska Tallgrass Prairies
Reception: Friday, August 7 from 5-8 p.m.
View in our Folsom Gallery through September 25

McCook Art Guild Open Art Competition 2015
Sept 19-Oct 3  ENTER NOW!
Upcoming at the Sheldon Museum of Art
August 7 5 to 7 PM
First Friday Reception and Opening of the Permanent Collection Galleries
A reception in celebration of the reopening of Sheldon's permanent collection galleries. Members of the music faculty of the University of Nebraska campuses in Lincoln and Kearney will perform.

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