About the Author

Sarah Krajewski

I learned about AOEU and its amazing articles and resources as a student in college. After teaching for a few years, I was approached about filming some PRO Packs, then joined the AOEU writing team for a few years, and now, I host the weekly Instagram Live Chats.

I am a K-5 art educator in Cambridge, Wisconsin. You may hear my students refer to me as Mrs. K. or as the art room glitter fairy! When we use glitter in the art room, I dress in wings and a tutu as the “Glitter Fairy” and sprinkle glitter onto kids’ glue lines.

One constant in our art room is the empowering art room mantra we recite each day. It goes like this: “My mantra—I am positive. I am creative. I am mindful. I am amazing. I am an artist.” Every day, I remind myself that my job is to be here for my students…mentally, emotionally, and artistically.

Outside my art room, I love to paint happy abstract creations and have also written and illustrated a children’s book about being exactly you. I share my adventures with my amazing husband and ridiculous cats, Fuzz Aldrin and Marvin. I also enjoy running, mural making, and being outside!

Professional Accomplishments:

Publications: Exactly You! (2020), AOEU Magazine (2018-2020)

Awards: 2018 Wisconsin Art Educator of the Year

Bachelor of Arts, UW Eau Claire, Certified Art Educator (2010)

Posts by Sarah

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Teacher planner and pens
Curriculum Design

3 Ways to Really Rev Up Your Curriculum

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Media & Techniques

How to Add Color to Your School With Window Painting

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Advocacy

How to Set Goals After a Conference

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Felted heart artwork
Relationship Building

4 Large-Scale Projects for the New Year

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Expectations

5 Simple Mindful Activities Perfect for the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Art Club T-shirt made with blacklight and splatter paint
Advocacy

5 Easy Ways to Make Art Club T-Shirts

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Relationship Building

4 Ways to Practice Empathy in the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Assessment Implementation

3 Quick Ways to Assess Student Learning in the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Egg Shakers
Relationship Building

How to Use Instruments in Classroom Management

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Expectations

How to Cure the “No-Name” Epidemic

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
Relationship Building

Why Meeting Your Kids at the Door Is So Important

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Advocacy

How to Utilize Volunteers in the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article