We’re back to spotlight more amazing NAEA Interest Groups—where art educators can connect, collaborate, and inspire! Today we are highlighting the Design Interest Group (DIG)–Established 2001. Learn more on their website: www.naea-dig.org

In 1976, the NAEA Board appointed a Commission to make a study of the status and prospects for the art teaching profession at that time. Here is a preview of the recommendations the Commission outlined in the “Report of the NAEA Commission on Art Education.”

This year, we want to highlight all the fantastic work done at National Art Honor Society Chapters nationwide! Today, we want to celebrate Cre8sArt School in New Jersey! Are you ready to start a NAHS Chapter at your school? Learn more at https://www.arteducators.org/nahs/

Do you know a high school student thinking about pursuing a college degree in the arts? If so, check out our recent event, Artist Connections: Open Studio Conversation With College Art Students! 🎥Watch now: learning.arteducators.org

We’re back to spotlight more amazing NAEA Interest Groups—where art educators can connect, collaborate, and inspire! Today we are highlighting the Community Arts Caucus (CAC)—Established 2012. Learn more on their website: communityartscaucus.org

It’s time for #ThrowbackThursday! Do you know that the NAEA Delegates Assembly was officially established in 1971? #NAEAThrowbackThursday #ArtTeachers #ArtsEd #ArtsEducation

This year, we want to highlight all the fantastic work done at National Art Honor Society Chapters nationwide! Today, we want to celebrate Waynesville High School in Missouri! #nationalarthonorsociety #NAHS #arteducation

Did you miss our March NAEA Open Studio Conversation: Art Room Management 101? Login to NAEA’s Professional Learning Studio to watch the recording! 🎥 https://learning.arteducators.org/products/naea-open-studio-conversation-art-room-management-101

NAEA invites current and rising high school students from across the country to the 2026 National Student Arts Leadership Conference: Empowering Future Creative Leaders! This event will take place July 24–26, 2026, in Washington, DC. Learn More:🔗https://ow.ly/GqHt50Z1ePk

Did you miss our recent NAEA Open Studio Conversation: Submitting Your Presentation Proposal for NAEA27? Login to NAEA’s Professional Learning Studio to watch the recording! 💻Watch now: learning.arteducators.org/products/naea-open-studio-submitting-your-presentation-proposal-for-naea27

We’re back to spotlight more amazing NAEA Interest Groups—where art educators can connect, collaborate, and inspire! Today we are highlighting the Committee on Multiethnic Concerns (COMC)—Established 1971. Visit the NAEA website for more information: arteducators.org/community/interest-groups

NAEA invites YOU to share your expertise with visual arts educators! Submit your proposal to present at the 2027 NAEA National Convention in New York, NY, March 4–6 by June 30, 2026. ow.ly/7oXv50YF7rX

Join the NAEA Supervision and Administration Division and Davis for a four-part series built to support supervisors, administrators, and leaders at every level. Gain practical tools, connect with peers, and elevate your impact on the future of arts education. Register now! ow.ly/4lVX50XTwK2

Are you looking for more strategies on art room organization, classroom management, lesson ideas, and more? Join our Monthly Mentor Meetings! Register now to join our upcoming April 2 meeting and access all future Monthly Mentor Meetings: learning.arteducators.org/products/mon...

NAHS students and sponsors are invited to connect with current college students specializing in various aspects of the visual arts to gain insights and inspiration from their experiences! Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026, at 7:00 pm ET Register today: www.jotform.com/form/2603257...

Join our next Monthly Mentor Meeting! This month, our featured mentor is Krissy Ponden! 📅 Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00–8:00 p.m. ET Register now to join the April session and access all future Monthly Mentor Meetings: learning.arteducators.org/products/mon...

While the NAEA Convention has been in Chicago, NAEA’s Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Commission has compiled a list of resources to support educators and immigrant students during this challenging time. These items include both local and broader curricular supports for educators. ow.ly/ntVW50YqKia

This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting. ow.ly/9Qh350YstkW

NAEA and Pratt Institute’s School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS) have partnered to provide the opportunity to earn continuing education units (CEUs) for attending NAEA26. Choose at least one of three programming tracks to complete during NAEA26. See details here. ow.ly/MojR50YbVxx

Please share your question for Bisa with NAEA. It may be included in upcoming conversations with her about visual arts, design, and media arts education! Post your question at this link: ow.ly/Mgmc50YfjmY

This Open Studio panel examines the breadth of research initiatives supported and undertaken by the NAEA Research Commission in advancing the discipline of art education. Learn more and register here: ow.ly/U4xF50YfoTy

Congratulations to the 2026 NAEA Award recipients! These outstanding art educators will be celebrated at the 2026 NAEA National Convention in Chicago, March 5–7. 🎉 Visit the NAEA website to learn more: www.arteducators.org/congratulati...

This webinar introduces Universal Design for Learning (UDL) as a practical, time-saving framework for creating more inclusive and accessible art classrooms. Learn more here: ow.ly/XUtn50Y4YZP

Join us tonight at 7pm ET! Whether this is your first time preparing for an NAEA National Convention, or you’re a seasoned attendee looking to dive in with fresh eyes, “Convention 101: Navigating the NAEA26 Experience” is your dynamic, open-studio guide to making the most of the NAEA26!

The NAEA26 Mobile App is here! View the session schedule, plan and create your session agenda, access handouts, connect with colleagues, and more! Download it for free in the Apple Store or Google Play Store or view it online at 💻naea26.sched.com #NAEA26

Join our next Monthly Mentor Meeting! 📅 Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 ⏰ Time: 7:00–8:00pm ET Don’t miss this chance to exchange ideas, gain new perspectives, and get inspired! Register now to join and access all future Monthly Mentor Meetings: learning.arteducators.org/products/mon...

Head to Chicago a day early for the NAEA26 Museum Preconvention at the Art Institute of Chicago. Joins us on Wednesday, March 4, 2026. Registration closes February 13. Learn more and register: ow.ly/KQrt50XVF2a

Join us for a winter NAHS sponsor meet-up! Connect with fellow NAHS and NJAHS sponsors worldwide during these interactive virtual meet-ups. 📅 Date: Tuesday, January 20 🕧 Time: 7:00–8:00pm ET 💻 Register Here: 🔗 us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Applications are open for the Secondary Level At-Large position on the NAHS Council! NAEA invites all High School art educators who are current NAHS sponsors to apply for this leadership position. Deadline is February 8. 🔗 Submit today: arteducators.submittable.com/submit/34241...

Join the NAEA Supervision and Administration Division and Davis for a four-part series built to support supervisors, administrators, and leaders at every level. Gain practical tools, connect with peers, and elevate your impact on the future of arts education. Register now! ow.ly/4lVX50XTwK2