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November 11, 2024
Better student-teacher relationships are key: research shows that students who had a good relationship with their teacher were 8 times more likely to stick with a challenging task, enjoy hard work, and accept mistakes when learning. How can teachers leverage their relationships with students while also holding a high bar for behavior and performance?
Charlotte Hawkins
October 3, 2024
Imagine a classroom where every student, even the quietest, has a chance to share their thoughts without uttering a word. "Chalk Talk" transforms group discussions by encouraging silent responses to prompts. Discover how this innovative routine can balance participation and bring out the unique ideas of every learner.
Charlotte Hawkins
October 3, 2024
Ever feel overwhelmed by students asking, “What did I miss yesterday?” Discover how the “Ask Three Before Me” strategy can transform your classroom dynamics, encouraging students to use new strategies for self-actualization. This simple yet effective routine can help you manage missed lessons and promote independent problem-solving among your students.
Charlotte Hawkins
October 3, 2024
Does the key to deeper understanding and stronger connections lie in a simple shift in how we listen? In this piece, discover how a Harvard initiative’s thinking routine can transform classroom interactions and inspire genuine engagement. Dive into the process of “Think, Pair, Share” and learn how it can revolutionize the way students communicate and learn from each other.
Charlotte Hawkins
October 3, 2024
What if the way you see the world could be transformed by a simple shift in perspective? In this article, Charlotte Hawkins challenges you to uncover hidden layers and unexpected details in everyday objects. This intriguing method promises to change how you interpret and connect with the world around you, one small revelation at a time.
Charlotte Hawkins
September 10, 2024
Moving to learn is at the heart of the Name, Describe, Act thinking routine from Harvard Project Zero's visible thinking routines toolbox. Name, describe, act can be used across the curriculum as a kinesthetic experience that helps students process new and difficult information.
Charlotte Hawkins
September 10, 2024
Use this thinking routine to practice identifying and overcoming imposter syndrome, embrace growth mindset, and understand how compass points serves as a practical tool in diverse contexts, including classroom practices and professional development.
Charlotte Hawkins
August 28, 2024
Administrators play a large role in developing an Arts Rich School. There are countless strategies to encourage your educators to integrate the arts into their curriculum but knowing where to begin can feel overwhelming. Read this blog to learn about 5 key ways you can start.
BYU ARTS Partnership
July 15, 2024
Students across the state speak out about why the arts are critical to their well-being, education, and positive experience at school. Watch videos and read student's own words expressing their passion for maintaining the arts in schools.
Laura Giles
May 24, 2024
Hiring the right arts educators requires a careful balance of artistic talent, teaching ability, and interpersonal skills. By involving current educators, thoroughly evaluating portfolios and references, and observing candidates in action, school administrators can make informed decisions that enrich their arts programs and inspire their students.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
Students need experiences with the arts both in and outside of school. Read this blog to learn some of our favorite ways to encourage arts learning at home.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
Arts-related field trips can make your student's educations more engaging! Read this blog to learn about some of our favorite arts-related field trip opportunities in Utah, and how you can encourage involvement as an administrator.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
Funding the arts in your school can be a difficult task. Let us help you find the resources you need to bring more funding for arts programs to your school.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
Evaluate your school's arts culture and practice using this easy tool. This reflective exercise and related resources can help build or improve your school culture to include a prominent place for the arts.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
"Arts-on-a-Cart" is a mobile art program that allows teachers to bring a variety of art supplies and materials into different classrooms, making it possible to conduct art lessons anywhere in the school. This approach addresses the challenge of limited space and resources, ensuring that all students have access to quality arts education.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
The professional development opportunities for arts educators in Utah are abundant and diverse, spanning dance, drama, media arts, music, and visual arts. These programs offer essential resources, workshops, and networking opportunities that empower teachers to effectively integrate the arts into their classrooms. By participating in these professional development initiatives, educators are better equipped to inspire creativity and enrich the learning experiences of their students.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
In-school arts experiences provide students with invaluable opportunities to engage with professional artistic performances and educational programs, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts. By hosting live performances and workshops, schools can offer unique cultural and creative learning experiences that many students might not otherwise encounter.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 23, 2024
By actively involving parents and inviting the community into your school circle, you can create a nurturing environment that supports and celebrates student arts experiences and creative expression.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 22, 2024
Administrators can cultivate vibrant, creative, and collaborative learning spaces that enhance students' educational experiences and personal growth. They can build an arts-rich school by supporting professional learning opportunities for educators, showcasing student artists, and hiring qualified arts educators.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 20, 2024
Charlotte Hawkins describes the importance of collaboration and communication in groups beginning at a young age. Read to see how to structure group projects in your classroom to lead your students to success!
Charlotte Hawkins
May 20, 2024
Learn about the Brain Dance, a dynamic and innovative movement framework originally developed by Anne Green Gilbert in her book Brain-Compatible Dance Education.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 20, 2024
Drama lessons with Native American content that is approved by Native American Tribes in Utah.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 20, 2024
Dance: What can I teach about Native American dance? This curated list of Tribe Approved resources offers a selection of high-quality materials developed in collaboration with Native American educators and tribal communities.
BYU ARTS Partnership
May 16, 2024
Having the arts in an education is incredibly important, and elementary teachers play a vital role in advocating and delivering daily art experiences for their students.
Cally Flox

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