Meet the Teachers  at Joseph L. McCourt Middle School (Cumberland, Rhode Island)

Carolyn Dooley Rhode Island College, MAT (K-12), Art Education Rhode Island School of Design, Certificate, Children's Book Illustration George Mason University, BA, Studio Art Art is for everyone. Regardless of age or ability, I believe that everyone can create and have satisfaction in the work that has been created. By creating an environment that is safe for the respectful exchange of ideas and collaboration, students approach their art inspired to work. In teaching art techniques and fostering a positive atmosp ... read morehere, students find the Art Room as a sanctuary where they want to learn about other cultures, eachother, and themselves. As an artist who teaches, I share my passion for art and focus on process, as well as a final product. This Design Thinking approach, which is found in STEAM, encourages problem solving, exploration, research, and confidence in trying new ideas. I believe that the Art room is a studio for students to feel comfortable and supported. And in this studio space, students give criticism, as well as, accept criticism, and it is viewed as an opportunity to grow as an artist. Send compliment