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Anoka Middle School for the Arts teacher named Middle School Art Educator of the Year
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Anoka Middle School for the Arts teacher named Middle School Art Educator of the Year
Anoka Middle School for the Arts teacher Terra Houltberg has been named the Art Educators of Minnesota (AEM) Middle Art Educator of the Year, the organization announced Sept. 13.
Houltberg’s outstanding achievements and contributions throughout her career exemplify the qualities valued in an exceptional art educator, according to AEM. The Middle Art Educator of the Year is awarded to an AEM member who has made significant contributions to art education.
AEM recognizes the outstanding leadership, dedication and community involvement of its members, and annually recognizes those achievements through annual awards. Houltberg will be recognized at this year’s Minnesota State Conference, which will be held Oct. 23-24 in St. Louis Park.