 | Attention Docents and School Coordinators! Free Program Training Sessions are available to current subscribers of Art in Action. Classes are from 9 am to 12 noon on select days, and are held at our Menlo Park headquarters. Sessions cover K-8 program levels and include a review of 2 program lessons, visual demonstrations, discussion techniques, and general tips for classroom and materials management. Participants have the opportunity for hands-on experiences with several lessons during the workshop.
School Coordinator Kick-Off Meetings are launching the end of August and run through mid-September. We are excited to start a new school year and to share the latest Art in Action news with you. Come meet other School Coordinators, share tips and ideas on a variety of topics, and bring your questions to help make the Art in Action program a success. | | |
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|  | Welcome New Art in Action Team Members!
Christian Edoria, CMA, CRTP
Director of Finance & Operations
Christian is responsible for managing Art in Action's operations and finance functions, including purchasing, fulfillment, management of internal control systems, development of the annual operating budget, preparation of all financial and management reports, and preparation of tax and regulatory filings.
James Pantig
Operations Coordinator
James graduated from Cal State East Bay with a degree in business focused on HR/Corporate Management. James has 4+ years working in the nonprofit sector. James will be responsible for improving operations in development, human resources, production, and office management for Art in Action.
Tony Luong
STEM Program Imagineer
Tony Luong is an educator. Since 2008, he has crafted STEM and English learning experiences for students of all ages, with a focus on students in grades K-8. More recently, working with students and teachers in the Bay Area, he has created meaningful and joyful lessons that integrate the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Tony will focus on creating art-forward STEM lessons.
Victoria Lau
Production Manager
After many years of involvement with Art in Action as a School Coordinator, Victoria Lau is taking over the warehouse as Production Manager. Victoria brings her love of our mission and her experience as a docent and art coordinator. We are thrilled have Victoria her in this new role.
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|  | A Heartfelt Thanks for a Job Well Done Lisa Tsuruoka, Art in Action's Product and Production Manager, is stepping away from her role after nearly 20 years of engagement. Lisa turned cardboard boxes into ARTboxes filled with everything needed to make lessons successful. She managed all of the inventory that flowed through the warehouse, invited and hosted volunteers for packing events, and brought the love and care at the core of our mission to the surface.
Lisa, on behalf of your Art in Action family - the board and staff, volunteers, teachers, parents, corporate partners, and even the FedEx delivery personnel - we will miss your loving and caring spirit that has guided us through Mondays and the stretches of long work weeks. Thank you for all you have contributed to Art in Action and for lifting our hearts through your generous and kind example. |
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|  | Art in Action Featured in Grow Wire Magazine In the latest installment on nonprofit strategy with growwire.com Jillian Gordon, contributor at The Underground Group, writes about 5 Secrets To Building Trust With Your Nonprofit Board. The article highlights effective methods for nonprofit board engagement. Art in Action is thrilled to be highlighted in this piece, represented by our Executive Director, Mizgon Darby. | | |
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