Professional Development Opportunities
Maintaining a commitment to professional development is crucial for educators and artists alike. It's about continuously honing our skills and staying abreast of emerging techniques and perspectives. Given the ever-evolving nature of education and art, it's imperative for art educators to remain proactive in seeking out new knowledge and staying current. Personally, I'm genuinely enthusiastic about lifelong learning and always eager for opportunities to expand my horizons. I firmly believe that ongoing professional development isn't just about personal growth; it's also about enhancing the quality of our work and our ability to inspire others. Therefore, I wholeheartedly embrace any chance to engage in professional development activities. It's not only beneficial for individual advancement but also for fostering a community of learning and innovation. Here is a brief reflection of the opportunities I have had to learn, grow, and contribute positively to our field.
Professional Affiliations
AENJ Conference (2025)
Coming Soon!
Co-Presenter at AENJ Kaleidoscope Conference (2024)
"Teaching with Clay and Digital Technologies"
Co-presenter with pre-service art education cohorts Brielle Triano and Jessica Zhang and with TCNJ professors Dr. Lisa Lajevic and Marchello Vera Findings more new TCNJ course "Designing with Clay and Makerspace Technologies" Presentation focused on how emerging technologies integrated with traditional clay artmaking practices can be applied to art education. Featured technologies include Potterbot, 3D printing, laser engraving, CAD software, and additional technologies.
AENJ Fabric Workshop & Museum event (2024)
AENJ event hosted at the Fabric Workshop and Museum in Philadelphia. Event featured: - Risa Puno's "Group Hug" installation - Jessica Campbell's "Heterodoxy" installation - Caring-themed printmaking workshop
Riverside Heritage Installation (2024)
Completed during student-teaching Clinical Practice II experience at Riverside Elementary School. Heritage Night: school-wide event at Riverside Elementary in Princeton. Installation includes multi-cultural greetings on hallway windows and student-contributed "Many Hellos" ribbons, teacher-assembled and installed in the hallway.
Princeton Public Schools District PD (2024)
District professional development day hosted at Princeton Highschool, attended during student-teaching Clinical Practice I experience. Topic: Wellness Events Attended: - Life Drawing with a Therapy Dog - LGBTQ+ art history
AENJ "Making the Invisible Visible" Conference (2023)
First time student attendee of the AENJ conference!
