WAEA IS HERE FOR YOU.
We are here for each other. We are here for the students. We are here... for the ART. WAEA hosts a variety of events, workshops, student art contests, educator exhibition opportunities, and other ways for you to stay connected. More information on our highlighted WAEA events & resources can be found in the webpages below. |
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Welcome to the Washington Art Eduction Association.
We gather to promote and grow Art Education and Advocacy in Washington State.
We gather to promote and grow Art Education and Advocacy in Washington State.
Join us for the 2023 WAEA Fall Conference!
Cascade High School, Everett, WA October 20th & 21st More information here
Become a presenter at this year's Fall Conference? We are looking for hands-on workshops and best practice sessions. ART is NOW
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Nominations are now open for the WAEA Art Educator and Art Advocate Awards!
We are seeking to honor outstanding art educators and supporters who have made a significant impact in the field of Visual Art Education in Washington. Deadline for Nominations: August 30th, 2023 Do you know an art educator or advocate who has demonstrated exceptional dedication to inspiring students, advocating for the arts, and contributing to the growth of art education in their school, district, or region? Nominate them now for this prestigious recognition! To submit a nomination, visit WAEA Awards Webpage for award descriptions and the submission form. Provide supporting information about the nominee's accomplishments and contributions. Help us celebrate the remarkable work of our art educators and their invaluable role in shaping the artistic minds of the future. Nominate today and make a difference in recognizing excellence in art education! Don't wait or forget!.. The worst thing to say is... well, I WAS going to nominate you, but I missed the deadline... Use this button to get to the nomination form! It is EASY! |
WAEA hosts high quality virtual workshops every month! We are ALWAYS looking for presenters across the nation.
Held monthly on the 3rd Saturday from 10:00 AM -11:30 AM PST. 1.5 Clock Hours for WAEA members. More information can be found HERE. on hold until November 2024. If anyone is Interested in being the Virtual Workshop coChair, email virtualworkshops@waea.net Interested in Being a Presenter? |
A Big Win! HB 5878! This bill easily represents the biggest advance for Arts Education this state has ever seen. It requires real equity of Art instruction for ALL Washington students, no matter where they live or what their socio-economic status is. |
The Washington Art Education Association (WAEA) has about 325 members, including K-12 art teachers from public and private schools, administrators, museum educators, art school and college professors, retired and pre-service educators. WAEA is affiliated, at the national level, with the National Art Education Association (NAEA) and is part of the Pacific Region. The NAEA has over twenty two thousand members.
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There is a lot going on in WAEA.CONTACT US Have a question, need an answer? We'd love to hear from you! Becky Broyles: Co-President copresident1@waea.net Jessica Chickadel Garrick: Co-President copresident2@waea.net Shannon Brennan: Co-President Elect copresident-elect@waea.net Steve Okun: Treasurer treasurer@waea.net Josh Miles: Secretary secretary@waea.net Cheyenne Gillett Whitney: Past President pastpresident1@waea.net WA Tax ID #601343542 Fed Tax ID #94-3154898 Mailing Address: Washington Art Education Association 7345 164th Ave NE STE i145-1323 Redmond, WA 98052 |
WAEA VisionLead the state in visual arts education for the current and future generations to be visually literate, creative problem solvers, and art advocates.
WAEA Mission
WAEA passionately promotes excellence in visual arts education to ensure:
Past Co-Past Presidents Tracy Fortune and Melanie Artz
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2023-2024 Open Membership Meetings All are welcome to join us for a WAEA Open Membership business meeting in which we will discuss our goals, upcoming events, and general agenda items. Use this link to Add ALL these dates (and all General WAEA Events) to your Google Calendar. *Please note that there are no open membership meetings during the summer. **Meeting Minutes can be found at the Meetings page Sept 9th, 2023 *9:30-10:00 Coffee Chat 10am - 12pm Virtual Open Membership Meeting Join Zoom Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. October 21st, 2023 12am-1pm In Person @ Fall Conference Everett, WA - Cascade High School Annual General Membership Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. November 11th, 2023 10am - 12pm *9:30-10:00 Coffee Chat Virtual Open Membership Meeting Join Zoom Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. January 13th & 14th, 2024 Hybrid WAEA Leadership Retreat Open Membership Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. Location and Time TBD Join Zoom Meeting March 9th, 2024 *9:30-10:00 Coffee Chat 10am - 12pm Virtual Open Membership Meeting Join Zoom Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. May 11th, 2024 *9:30-10:00 Coffee Chat 10am - 12pm Virtual Open Membership Meeting Join Zoom Meeting All Welcome! Only Members vote. For information about attending a virtual open membership meeting please reach out to a board member listed above. |
SPLATTER MAGAZINE2023 Summer Issue (You can be a published author too! Submit your lesson plans & articles below) WAEA'S Splatter Magazine Was Awarded The NAEA Newsletter Award in 2021.
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AFFILIATIONS
WAEA is an affiliate of NAEA.
Visit NAEA's site for more information |
WAEA is part of NAEA's Pacific Region
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