Rebekah’s Thank You
I just wanted to say a huge thank you for the incredible Art Teachers Residential. It was such a valuable experience for me both creatively and as a teacher.
From the moment I arrived, I felt incredibly welcomed and well looked after. The staff’s warmth and hospitality made the whole experience even more enjoyable. And that fancy dinner was such a treat! It was wonderful to unwind and connect with fellow teachers in such a lovely setting.
Big shout out to everyone involved behind the scenes and delivering. The work to produce such an amazing event should not go unnoticed.
The residential has definitely rekindled my excitement for teaching. I’m so excited to put all the new tools and ideas explored into practice, implement them in my classroom. I am currently updating project brief to reflect what I have learnt. I can’t wait to see how my students benefit from these new approaches.
Some activities were definitely out of my comfort zone, but they pushed me to think differently and boosted my confidence. I cannot wait to get my students respond to art by writing a Haiku! This came at just the right time after a tough year, and it’s given me the lift I needed. My saw is sharper, and my happiness cup is full! (it is currently sat on my desk next to plasticine Brenda Neutral/Grayson Perry)
Connecting with fellow art teachers was amazing and a highlight. Sharing practices, bonding over shared experiences, and simply having fun together was both therapeutic and enriching. We’re even hoping to set up a Northern teacher’s network to keep supporting each other.
I’d encourage anyone who gets the chance to apply for this program – it’s such a fantastic experience, and I’d love to do it all over again (please can I come again next year!?).
Thanks again for everything!
Rebekah