Illinois Art Education Association Website

Leadership for the Advancement of Excellence in Art Education

Mission Statement

Whereas, Art plays a significant and vital role in our culture, economy and the education of our children, it is the mission of the Illinois Art Education Association to provide leadership for the advancement of excellence in art education by:

Providing support, direction and advocacy for quality art education
Providing professional development for the pursuit of knowledge, skills and content in the making and teaching of art
Encouraging innovation, research and reform
Networking within the arts and with other organizations
Encouraging membership, leadership and efficiency of the organization’s operation.

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2010 Art Educator Award Winners:

IAEA Art Educator of the Year ---
Laura A. Milas, Hinsdale High School District 86

Higher Education Art Educator of the Year---
Dr. Anne Becker, Columbia College, Chicago

High School Art Educator of the Year---
Venessa L. Hardy, Community Unit School Dist. 200, Lisle Senior HS

Middle School Art Educator of the Year---
Jamie S. Willis, Mattoon Middle School

Elementary Art Educator of the Year---
Theresa F. McGee, Community Consolidated S.D. #181

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Organization Description
IAEA is a professional organization for art educators, individuals and groups who wish to support art education in Illinois.Founded in 1935, IAEA promotes quality art education for children and adults. Professional development is offered through the annual conference, mini-conferences, publications (including the newsletter, the Mosaic), and exhibits. This website provides information on upcoming events and other items of interest to art educators.