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October 21st-23rd
Q-Center, St. Charles, IL
Join in for IAEA Art Club 2026-2027!
Creative Curiosity: An Art-Making Experience for Illinois Educators
A 2-hour hands-on workshop for Illinois art teachers focused on creative exploration, reflection, and community-building. Participants engage in adaptable mixed-media processes that model inquiry-based, student-centered learning. Aligned with ISBE standards, the session supports diverse learners, strong pedagogy, positive learning environments, collaboration, and professional growth.
Welcome and overview, technique demo, hands-on art-making, reflective prompts, and collaborative sharing. A structured 2-hour flow supporting creativity, curiosity, and professional connection.
Webinars & Virtual Learning
"Our students NEED the arts in their lives to not only survive the ways in which many of their lives have been upended, but to thrive."
- Illinois State Board of Education Priority Learning Standards 2020-21
2025-2026 Student Art Show Winners
Congratulations to all the students who participated in this year's contest.
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