98% of Students are Creative Geniuses: How to Invite Them to Art Club (Ep. 1)

Did you know that unlocking creativity is the most important skill in the world? 

A NASA study found that 98% of 4- to 5-year-olds are creative geniuses. By adulthood, that number drops drastically to just 2%. Your Art Club has the power to change that trajectory and nurture creativity! But first, you need to find the right students to lead it.

In the first episode of Art Club Unlocked, K-8 art teacher Jessica Stuver and secondary art teacher John Szablewski share exactly where to look for creative leaders in your school. 

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why creativity is now an expectation in the workforce
• The types of students to look for and personally invite
• Why the quiet student in the corner may be your most powerful leader
• How to recruit beyond your art room
• Practical tips for scheduling, grade bands, transportation, and removing barriers
• What you need to know before starting a National Arts Honor Society (NAHS) chapter

Sources:

• Forbes (1, 2)
• Creativity Workshop
• PR Newswire
• Canva

Explore what makes a hero and a leader with the Heroes and Leaders Collection in FLEX Curriculum.

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