Classroom Management Resources

The past school year emphasized the value of being prepared for anything. Trauma responses are playing an increasing role in the everyday behaviors of K–12 art students.

Helping these students find success within your art programs requires adjusting your instructional practices to meet their needs. You deserve access to the support you need when you need it. The resources curated here will empower you to manage whatever comes your way.

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FLEX provides an extensive library of standards-aligned art curriculum materials, designed to integrate easily with most learning management systems, that can be used online, in-person, or in a hybrid setting. FLEX gives you back your time so you can focus on the most important part of your job: supporting your students.

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PRO is the only on-demand professional development platform that dives into everything from art mediums to classroom management. PRO contains relevant training and essential resources, so art teachers have the personalized support they need when they need it.

Be prepared for anything with these free articles, podcasts, and resources.

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Professional Practice

10 Tips to Effectively Streamline Planning for Multiple Art Preps

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Classroom Management

Art Classroom Management Systems to Set Up Successful Behaviors All Year Long

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Classroom Management

What Do You Need to Know About Teaching High School vs. Elementary Art?

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Classroom Management

Advice for Effective Classroom Management in the Art Room After the Break

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Professional Practice

4 Tips and 12 Ideas to Help Traveling Art Teachers Who Teach at Multiple Schools

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Professional Practice

6 Helpful Tips for General Ed Teachers Transitioning to the Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Differentiation

10 Neat Ways to Group Students in the Art Room for Collaborative Projects

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Expectations

5 Strategies to Overcome Chronic Absenteeism and 4 Effective Systems for Art Room Catchup

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Expectations

Colorful Conversations: 9 Fantastic Resources to Enhance Communication in Your Art Room

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Classroom Management

The 8 Best Downloads for Art Teachers to Stand Out This Year

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Professionalism

8 Challenges This Year and How Art Teachers Overcame Them

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article
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Relationship Building

What Are Your Most Hilarious Art Room Stories From This Year?

Art of Education Magazine & Media Article

Get FLEX + PRO in Your School

There’s no time like the present to make your colleagues and administrators aware of resources that will support your teaching practice. FLEX Curriculum provides thousands of standards-aligned curriculum materials that will engage you and your students, but most importantly, save you time! With PRO Learning you’ll be counting down the days to your next district PD day. With 200+ PRO Packs to choose from, you’ll have access to the art-specific PD you want and deserve.

Add to your bench strength with graduate-level courses

Classroom Management Strategies for Diverse Learners
Innovation Through Design
Managing the Art Room

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Social Emotional Learning

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