art for kids

Kate Hodges, a CCAA student since childhood, has studied fine art, art history, and philosophy at Bard College, where she received her BA in Integrated Arts. While at Bard, Kate attended a summer art program in the South of France at Lacoste School of the Arts.  After much traveling, she settled into a post-baccalaureate teaching program at West Chester University. She recently obtained PA teaching certifications in elementary education (K-6), art (K-12), language arts (7-9), and mathematics (7-9). 

Bette Calkin received her BS in design from Drexel University & certification in Art Education from Kutztown University.  After a successful career in fashion design, she now concentrates her talent on watercolors and teaching. Bette has exhibited in many shows in the Philadelphia region, including The Philadelphia Sketch Club, The State Museum of Pennsylvania & Historic Yellow Springs.partment at Kelly's Sports LTD, and does portrait work, custom drawings and hand made jewelry and crafts.

Jill Benjamin holds a BS in art education from Mansfield University and a Master’s equivalency from the State of Pennsylvania for graduate work at Temple University, Penn State, and the University of the Arts. Ms. Benjaminis a full-time art teacher at Kimblesville School.

Sherri Cutrufello Schultz received her BA in Printmaking from the School of Visual Arts at Pennsylvania State University and her teaching certificate for K-12 Art from Rosemont College.  After 11 years as an Advertising Art Director, Sherri started her freelance business 2CatsDesign as well as her teaching career.  She not only enjoys a broad range of media, she loves to teach them as well.

Micki McAllister, a former CCAA student, earned her BFA in studio art from West Chester University and her Art Education Certificate from Moore College of Art & Design. Teaching experience includes elementary, middle school, and a wide variety of educational programs through county parks. Micki is also an adjunct faculty member at West Chester University.

Tracy McCloskey (Cantlin) received a BFA in studio art and a minor in art history from West Chester University. She went on to earn her art education certification from Millersville University. Having lots of experience with younger children, both in and out of the school environment, she is eager to try new ideas in her teaching style. Cantlin currently teaches in the West Chester Area School District.