Centereach High School art teacher, Mrs. Karissa LaLima, recently presented at the New York State Art Teachers Associaton (NYSATA) statewide conference, sharing her innovative teacher methods with 40 art educators from across the state.
“Art is a personal journey, and I believe it’s important for students to have the freedom to express themselves creatively,” said Mrs. LaLima. “My teaching method is designed to provide students with the technical skills they need, while also encouraging them to explore their artistic vision.
Mrs. LaLima’s presentation focused on her unique approach to lesson organization, designed to give students a maximum choice in the outcome of their artworks. Her goal is to ensure that students not only learn the necessary skills to succeed in ceramics but also have the freedom to make their own artistic decisions.