The Illinois Art Education Association has named Marty Voelker, art teacher at Downers Grove North High School, as its “Secondary Art Educator of the Year” for 2015. The annual award recognizes a teacher’s exemplary contributions, service and achievements in support of art education in Illinois. The IAEA noted that Voelker’s work both inside the classroom as well as with other teachers provides “an extraordinary education” for the students of North High.
“We know that the IAEA carefully examines a number of teaching qualities, such as a creating a culture for learning and an advocacy for the arts, when determining who receives the award,” says Brayer Teague, fine arts department chair. “We are proud of Marty and this important recognition.”
“Marty is a tremendous asset to our school and community, and has been a leader in hosting and encouraging students to participate in scholastic arts competitions,” says Scott Kasik, principal of North High. “He consistently brings out the best in his students by providing the instruction, support, and encouragement for them to express their artistic talents.”
The awards committee also noted that Voelker is as an outstanding contributor to the IAEA membership and the art education community as a whole.
To read a more in-depth profile about Voelker and his background, please visit www.csd99.org/departments/files/Documents/DGNVoelker.pdf
Voelker will be formally recognized by the IAEA at an Awards Ceremony on November 6. For more information about the organization, please visit www.ilaea.org.
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