I believe that art education...

• Encourages students to become more aware of their environment and themselves.
• Provides students with a means of communication.
• Develops in students a sense of craftsmanship and pride.
• Expands students' ideas of what is possible.
• Builds self-esteem. 

My name is Kat Crowner, and I'm honored to teach art at St. Bernadette's. I have an MA in Art Education from Teachers College, Columbia University, and a BA from The University of Pennsylvania. I've lead and been involved in community art experiences as my own kids were growing up. I also spent many years in Marketing and Advertising before returning to art education. Throughout my business experience, I attributed my ability to come up with multiple solutions to my art education. I believe that children will benefit from an arts education regardless of what paths they take in their future.