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Neuro-Influencers- This is Your Brain on Social Media

Meet the NeuroInfluencers, Mina (dopamine), Sara (serotonin) and their stressed-out friend Cort (cortisol). Mina is obsessed with their phone, Sara is “Living for the Likes”, and Cort can’t sleep doom scrolling #conspiracyTok. These three NeuroInfluencers unbox how everything from posting “Glow Ups” to bingeing “Hot Takes” on Social Media change the way our brains work […]

Art for Emotional Balance

Using Visual Arts Practices to Support Emotional Equilibrium in the Classroom: In this interactive workshop, educators will explore simple yet powerful visual arts practices that support emotional regulation and student well-being. Techniques such as neurographic art, mindful doodling, slow drawing, mandala drawing, and color exploration help students manage stress, improve focus, and engage more deeply […]

Observational Drawing and Arts Integration

Observational Drawing and Arts Integration will provide teachers with strategies for using observational drawing and art critique to support learning across content areas. Observational drawing fosters higher-order thinking skills—such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation—enhancing academic success. Educators will explore how hands-on observational drawing methods intersect with arts integration, combining visual art with other disciplines. Historic […]