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Is there a dedicated teaching artist, classroom teacher, counselor or artist who has inspired you, your child, or someone you know? An educator who has transformed information into knowledge, text into literature, sound into music, movement into dance to make learning meaningful, even fun?
 

Honor an educator today by making a donation in support of arts education. Complete and submit our simple form, follow the link to our donation page, and we’ll recognize your honoree with a personalized certificate and a place of honor on CAE’s Wall of Inspiration in Education.

Inspiration in Education

Honoring Educators • Inspiring Learning
 

Dr. Jerry James, Tribeca Underground Studio
Jerry is a very inspiring teacher who makes his students look at art and the making of it in unusual and thought-provoking ways.
 

Nancy Fried, Fieldston School

In addition to being the founder and director of the fabulous Fieldston Fashion Show, Nancy provides inspiration, support and guidance to her students every day.


Joan Jacobs, Briarcliff Elementary, SWR Long Island

Mrs. Jacobs incorporates the arts into every aspect of her classroom. From music, poetry and drawing, to the art of sign language, she engrosses her students using a highly creative, fun approach to learning. Devoted and focused with a heart filled with love, her dedication to her students will forever last in their hearts.


Jessica Englehart, The Hungerford School P721R

Jessica planted the seeds of our "flowering" main entrance to our building. She is a leader in fundraising and increasing job experiences for our students with special needs. She raises awareness and support. 


Lauren Stone, The Hungerford School P721R

Lauren includes our students seamlessly in dance and movement. Her programs stimulate creativity and intellectual growth, while contributing to emotional and physical well-being.


John Mills, Newington High School

Mr. Mills insisted on nothing less than excellence, and made clear that standard could only be attained through discipline and hard work.
 

Mr. Wayne Barlow, Photography/Architectural Drafting, Binghamton, NY

Thanks to Mr. Barlow for taking the time to get to know each student, and encouraging and inspiring me to realize my full potential as a visual artist. My favorite class!

Mr. DiNapoli, former middle school teacher, Queens
He led the chorus with great skill, taught us about discipline and citizenship, built a community. He made that school home for many, many kids.

 

Sue Castellano, PS 130 Q

Sue has introduced hundreds of youth to the joy and rigor of visual art, encouraging students to address challenging themes through rich material explorations and thoughtful reflection. Their creations, prominently displayed throughout the school, resonate with skill and expressivity!
 

Barbara Gensler, Shorewood, WI, Drama teacher
Thanks for four of my most memorable, meaningful, and fun years. I work today to ensure kids have arts in school because of what you gave me.
 

Milt Korn, former middle school Band Director, Brooklyn
Mr. Korn taught us the importance of SINGING through our instruments to communicate our feelings. Bravo, Mr. Korn, for making thousands of awkward middle-schoolers feel like we belonged.


Shani Perez, P.S. 51
Ms. Perez, an extraordinary educator, teaches Pre-K through Grade 5 at our school, and has a fashion club of juniors and seniors. Students design a collection, sew one of their designs and walk the runway during our annual art benefit. She inspires students to explore their creativity and shine. Thank you Ms. Perez Love, Nancy Sing-Bock, Principal


Elissa D'Elia, Fredrick Douglas Academy II
Elissa strongly believes that the arts support English language studies. She provides students with hands-on experiences of photography that inspire compelling images and poems.


Carrie Whitt, Frederick Douglass Academy II
Carrie is a gifted English teacher and an effective arts coordinator. Because of her dedication and leadership, students at FDAII continue to benefit from meaningful experiences of music art, drama and dance.


Amy Martin, PS 116 M
As school librarian, Amy Martin helps students connect arts experiences to other content areas. Informed, articulate and eager to help, Amy is an effective advocate for equity arts education.


Anita Walsh, Brooklyn
Anita’s boundless energy and creativity, her thoughtfulness in and out of the classroom, makes her a fabulous teacher and friend. All Power to the Imagination!


John Ross, former band director
Mr. Ross worked long hours, driving us to make beautiful music and teaching teamwork and discipline. “If you persist, you can achieve!” Thank you, John!

 Design by Tyler Copes, CDP alumnus