Meet the Teachers  at Diamond Elementary (Gaithersburg, Maryland)

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Alie Brooks
My name is Alie Miller, I am 29 years old and an art teacher at Diamond Elementary School in Montgomery County, Maryland. I graduated from East Carolina University with a bachelor's degree in Art Education, with a concentration in ceramics. In addition to ceramics, I also found a love for textiles and printmaking during my final year of school. I have a Master's degree in Art Education from Maryland Institute College of Art where I conducted research in the classroom and continued with my art practice, exploring textile materials.

I love my job and I love educating my students in both techniques and content. I'm motivated by my Students, who surprise me every day in their abilities, excitement, and their curiosity.
 
Eileen Russell
Welcome! I'm thrilled to be your child's art teacher. I hold a B.A. in Visual Communication from the University of North Carolina, and earned an M.A.T. in Museum Education from The George Washington University. I encourage students to make personal choices and use critical thinking to create meaningful artwork. In our studio, we emphasize creating and connecting to art, using a variety of materials and techniques. I can't wait to see the masterpieces your children will produce.