Introducing our candidates for elected 2023 board positions.  Please see the following quick glance bios and be prepared to vote on the week of September 18th. Members will receive a link to vote.

Frann Paige- running for Secretary of NCAEA

I live in Clemmons NC, with my husband Stephen and two large doodle dogs. I have two successful daughters, Gillian and Meredith.  I have ben teaching for 23 years and this is my 20th year teaching art at Clemmons Elementary.  I also teach community college classes at Forsyth Technical College.  My NCAEA board positions include Region 5 Co-Chair, Member-at large, Advocacy Chair and Secretary.  I am running for Secretary because I believe I can make an impact through effective communication, organization and support.  By being a reliable and supportive team member, I hope to help NCAEA achieve its mission and create a lasting impact.

Maria Robinson- running for Treasurer of NCAEA

Maria Knuckley Robinson has held the position of Treasurer for the past four years, and Secondary Chair/National Art Honor Society Chair before this position. Prior to her arts training, she received a BS in Business Administration and worked for Fleet Funding as an underwriter. She then received a BA in Studio Art and Design, an MAT in Art Education, and an EdD in Curriculum and Instruction. She is currently working in an MFA in Painting at SCAD. Since transitioning into arts education, she has taught at a number of colleges, high schools, and elementary schools. She is currently employed by Salem Academy and College, Forsyth Tech, and College Board as an AP Rater/Consultant. Her duties range from community arts education, academic arts education, and Assessment of College Fine Arts Programs. During her summers she teaches arts assessment for the South Carolina Department of Education. Her vast range of business and arts experience will continue to grow providing an excellent support for Treasurer responsibilities for the NCAEA.

Chynna Oaks- running for President Elect of NCAEA

Hello! My name is Chynna Oaks and I'm running for President Elect. 

Any true biography of Chynna would begin with this: My fascination with art began many, many moons ago over a television show called Pappyland. It's true. Pappy Drewitt, and the many art educators that followed, created within me what could only be described as an art obsession. Years later, my continued obsession got me through a Bachelor's in Art (2012), however it was a developing passion for sharing art with others that led me to a Masters in Education (2015). 

Since my teaching journey began in 2017 I've found myself teaching elementary, middle, and now high school. In 2021, at the height of my "middle school era," I was honored to receive the award for NCAEA's Middle Level Educator of the Year. In addition to spending time in the classroom, I've dedicated many hours to NCAEA and have served on the board since 2019-- first as Region 6 Coordinator and, most recently, By Design Editor. Last year, By Design even brought home a newsletter award from NAEA. 

I've come to know many of you at the conference, in presentations, workshops, or over the buffet. You've received countless emails from me (including this one)... While I still have many things to learn about being an editor, a board member, or even a leader in education, I can confidently say that I have, and will continue to, make every possible effort to grow. I will support you in your growth. I will continue to publish documents and plan professional development events, and even take on the daunting task of planning our conference because I believe in what you do. As President Elect, my job will be to provide you with inspiration, educational opportunities, and support so that you can do what you do best: teach kids to love art.