A Message From the President
Mary Haas - OAEA President
Those who truly know me understand that I am living my dream. Since eighth grade, when I wrote my Career Paper on becoming an art teacher, I have been passionate about this profession. I still remember interviewing my art teacher at the time, Mr. Joe Waltz—who is now a friend on Facebook!
I am honored to serve as president of the Ohio Art Education Association, and I am committed to promoting and protecting the interests of our association with the support of the Executive Committee and Leadership Assembly. My goals include:
ABOUT
I am an art educator with a passion for inspiring young artists. I have been teaching for 30 years and currently serve as an art teacher at Eastern Elementary in the Lexington Local School District. Specializing in grades 4, 5, and 6, I enjoy teaching this age group as students are eager to explore their creativity and develop their artistic skills.
Beyond the classroom, I live with my husband, Scott in Lexington. I have been an active member of the Ohio Art Education Association since 1997, I teach Tufting at the Mansfield Art Center and take care of our Cavachon (Jackson). Our two children are now grown—one living in California and the other in Iowa—I have embraced the opportunity to become more involved in professional development and advocacy for art education. I value OAEA’s mission to build a strong community for visual art educators, promoting professional growth and leadership within the field.
My dedication to my students and the broader art education community reflects my lifelong commitment to fostering creativity and artistic expression in young learners.
Teaching PhilosophyArt is a powerful tool for developing essential skills such as motor coordination, language, social interaction, decision-making, risk-taking, and creativity. In my classroom, I strive to foster an environment where students embrace their uniqueness, understanding that no two projects should be the same.
I encourage each student to put forth their best effort and recognize that mistakes are valuable learning opportunities—often teaching us more than our successes. Most importantly, I want my students to approach art with curiosity and confidence, never fearing the challenge of trying something new.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Art is a powerful tool for developing essential skills such as motor coordination, language, social interaction, decision-making, risk-taking, and creativity. In my classroom, I strive to foster an environment where students embrace their uniqueness, understanding that no two projects should be the same.
I encourage each student to put forth their best effort and recognize that mistakes are valuable learning opportunities—often teaching us more than our successes. Most importantly, I want my students to approach art with curiosity and confidence, never fearing the challenge of trying something new.
I am honored to serve as president of the Ohio Art Education Association, and I am committed to promoting and protecting the interests of our association with the support of the Executive Committee and Leadership Assembly. My goals include:
- Supporting high-quality professional development
- Expanding OAEA’s membership
- Encouraging leadership growth at all levels, from members to the Executive Committee
- Advocating for the importance of art education
ABOUT
I am an art educator with a passion for inspiring young artists. I have been teaching for 30 years and currently serve as an art teacher at Eastern Elementary in the Lexington Local School District. Specializing in grades 4, 5, and 6, I enjoy teaching this age group as students are eager to explore their creativity and develop their artistic skills.
Beyond the classroom, I live with my husband, Scott in Lexington. I have been an active member of the Ohio Art Education Association since 1997, I teach Tufting at the Mansfield Art Center and take care of our Cavachon (Jackson). Our two children are now grown—one living in California and the other in Iowa—I have embraced the opportunity to become more involved in professional development and advocacy for art education. I value OAEA’s mission to build a strong community for visual art educators, promoting professional growth and leadership within the field.
My dedication to my students and the broader art education community reflects my lifelong commitment to fostering creativity and artistic expression in young learners.
Teaching PhilosophyArt is a powerful tool for developing essential skills such as motor coordination, language, social interaction, decision-making, risk-taking, and creativity. In my classroom, I strive to foster an environment where students embrace their uniqueness, understanding that no two projects should be the same.
I encourage each student to put forth their best effort and recognize that mistakes are valuable learning opportunities—often teaching us more than our successes. Most importantly, I want my students to approach art with curiosity and confidence, never fearing the challenge of trying something new.
TEACHING PHILOSOPHY
Art is a powerful tool for developing essential skills such as motor coordination, language, social interaction, decision-making, risk-taking, and creativity. In my classroom, I strive to foster an environment where students embrace their uniqueness, understanding that no two projects should be the same.
I encourage each student to put forth their best effort and recognize that mistakes are valuable learning opportunities—often teaching us more than our successes. Most importantly, I want my students to approach art with curiosity and confidence, never fearing the challenge of trying something new.
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