Before You Start Art Club: Cast Vision First! Here’s How… (Ep. 2)

Your Art Club shouldn’t just be a place to draw and paint; it should be a place where you rally creative leaders to change the world!

But before you can do that, you have to unlock your “why.”

In this second episode of Art Club Unlocked, K-8 art teacher Jessica Stuver and secondary art teacher John Szablewski walk you through everything you need to build a strong and focused foundation. Discover how to craft an intentional student-owned mission statement and create club swag to turn your members into advocates.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The key questions to ask yourself before launching your Art Club
• How to develop a mission statement with your students—and actually use it
• How to set clear expectations for members and families
• Creative swag ideas that students can make themselves (including DIY stickers)
• How to plan intentional, community-focused projects that align with your vision
• Why student ownership is the secret to a thriving Art Club

Creatively display your club’s mission statement with FLEX Curriculum’s Batik Mantra Flags Lesson.

To chat about hosting an art club and leveling up creative leaders with other art teachers, join us in The Art of Ed Community!