Episode 206: A Journey of Mentoring
Laura and Matt GrundlerCarrie Barnett
Mentoring can be rewarding but challenging. The Creativity Department invited Carrie Barnett, NAEA’s Western Region Vice President, to share her experience and success stories of mentoring in the art education field. Carrie shares her experiences as both a mentor and mentee, offering valuable insights into building meaningful connections, fostering professional growth, striking a balance between guidance and encouraging creative independence, as well as inspiring stories from her own life. Listen in to hear more from this engaging conversation on how we can show the importance of guidance, collaboration, and community to the next generation of art educators.