Kathy currently serves K–8 students in North Carolina by providing a portal to the wider world through artistic literacy. With 17 years of experience in art education, she empowers her students to transcend geographical boundaries by connecting them with international artists-in-residence via Zoom and in person. By highlighting the intersections of science and art, Kathy creates an equitable STEAM environment that inspires deep, transformative learning. Whether trekking the globe or photographing from her kayak on Lake Waccamaw, Kathy draws on her personal adventures to bring global perspectives and the splendor of the natural world directly to her students.
Made possible with funding by the U.S. National Science Foundation Award #2221990. The information contained here is those of the author(s) and does not necessarily reflect the views of the U.S. National Science Foundation.