Membership benefits

benefits for teachers

MAEA

More than 100 in-person contact hours offered each year

PD that supports both artistic and teaching practice

Network and connection with art educators across the state

Mentorship program for early art educators

Interest groups that encourage engagement and lifelong learning

Member exhibits that support professional artistic practice

Leadership opportunities that include board and committee participation, volunteering, interest groups leadership, and presenting at conferences

State-level awards and recognitions that celebrate excellence

Quimby Fellowship at Haystack

Teacher Scholarship

Publication opportunities in award-winning newsletter

NAEA

500+ in-person and online contact hours offered each year

National Convention that offers 600-800 concurrent sessions each year

Grade-level divisions that offer targeted support, events, and PD

Sponsorship of a National Art Honor Society or National Junior Art Honor Society Chapter

National awards and recognitions that celebrate excellence in individuals and organizations

Leadership opportunities that include School for Art Leaders, Delegates Assembly, Connected Arts Network, Regional and National Leadership Conferences, committees, divisions, task forces, and presenting at conferences

National Art Education Foundation Grants for innovative projects, research, professional learning, and classroom supplies

Publication opportunities in national newsletters, journals, and magazines

Some districts cover the cost of membership

benefits for Students