The MAAE executive board has placed Arts Integration as a high priority
for its executive director, and the Arts Integration Committee
to promote its positive impact on teaching and learning across the state.
This webpage is under review. Check back for updates.
UPCOMING EVENTS
MAIN EVENT - Missouri Arts Integration Network - ZOOM
October 5, 4-5pm
Featured presenters are Katie and Steve Schisler from A.D. Stowell Elementary in Hannibal, MO
>Read more here.
August 31, 2020 - 4pm - Ed Riggi & Sherry Norfolk
October 5, 2020 - 4pm - Katie and Steve Schisler - A.D. Stowell Elementary - Hannibal, MO
November 2, 2020 - 4pm - Dr. Elizabeth Hogan McFarland and Dr. Carol B. Horst - Southeast Missouri State University
12/7 - 4pm - TBA
MAAE notes that although each has different definitions, Arts integration, STEM and STEAM share a common ideology. Students benefit when the arts are an integral part of instruction. These approaches leverage the specialized training and expertise of educators from a variety of disciplines, with more relevant, holistic learning for the student. Research shows that students are best served by a collaborative approach to teaching and learning.
Other benefits may include:
improved student achievement
increased student retention
student confidence
improved communication skills
social-emotional benefits
improved attendance
building relationships
increased collaboration among teachers, administrators and community
improved school/classroom climate
and a renewed sense of joy in learning for both teachers and students.
There are three regions in Missouri that have benefited from Kennedy Center Partnerships between arts organizations and educational institutions. Professional development workshops are offered annually in all three locations. For more information about offerings in each region, you may contact the coordinators listed below:
Kansas City - Aaron Money - Fine Arts Coordinator for Liberty Public Schools aaron.money@lps53.org
St. Louis - Janelle Velten - COCA.edu Program Manager and Arts Integration Specialist
jvelten@cocastl.org
Springfield - Breanna Kavanaugh - Fine Arts/World Language Coordinator for Springfield Public Schools
Bnkavanaugh@spsmail.org
