All professional learning opportunities are offered through the Maryland Centers for Creative Classrooms (MC3). MC3 is the research-based, professional development series designed to support arts educators in developing skills, knowledge, and dispositions needed to lead quality arts-based instruction for 21st century learners.


Maryland Masterclass Series

 The series brings world-class Master Artists to Maryland for curated professional development sessions that center experiential learning through creating and connecting.

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MC3 Summer Studio

MC3 Summer Studio is a professional learning program for arts educators, arts integration educators, and arts education leaders conducted by the MC3 Roster of Teaching Artists.

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M:BRACE

M:BRACE is a FREE professional development series for Maryland’s creative education force: Arts Educators, Arts Integration Teachers, and Teaching Artists.

Expert facilitators will examine the intersections of art and wellness by exploring creative practices to keep us open, curious and reflective during COVID-19. 

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Maryland micro-credentials for creative classrooms

The institute provides opportunities to earn micro-credentials as participants curate their own professional learning pathway based on the needs of the learners in their scope. Supported by the Maryland State Arts Council.

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Compass

COMPASS provides professional development one day-sessions for local school systems and community arts partners that navigate the Maryland State Fine Arts standards and Fine Arts Office Arts Education Map.

2020-2021 Compass course catalog is coming soon!