Ceramics offers students a uniquely tactile and deeply engaging artmaking experience—yet building and sustaining a ceramics program can feel overwhelming, especially in schools with limited space, resources, or only one art teacher. This energizing webinar brings together experienced ceramics educators who will share practical, classroom-tested approaches for creating a vibrant and accessible ceramics program in any preK–12 setting.
Through real-world examples and adaptable strategies, presenters will demonstrate how to organize essential materials, set up safe and functional studio spaces, and make clay work meaningful and achievable for all learners. You’ll also hear how a ceramic artist in a small district built a robust ceramics program within general 9–12 art classes—offering candid insight into advocacy, funding, equipment selection, safety regulations, and navigating classroom space challenges.
Designed for educators at any stage, this webinar emphasizes how thoughtful planning, creative problem solving, and intentional curriculum design can spark joy for both teachers and students. You’ll leave with concrete techniques, resource recommendations, and ready-to-use approaches to strengthen your practice and support long-term program sustainability.
Cost: FREE for NAEA members | $49 for nonmembers
This webinar is part of the NAEA monthly webinar series hosted in the NAEA Professional Learning Studio. It provides 1 hour of professional learning credit.