Ambassador
“The ARTEFFECT project is a call to action for the well-being of all people. Learning about the lives of Unsung Heroes helps students learn to challenge stereotypes, interact respectfully with others, and to improve social relationships especially with those who are different from themselves. I am interested in how I can support and inspire my students to appreciate the contributions of so many selfless and heroic individuals while interacting respectfully and responsibly with others through the ARTEFFECT Ambassadors.”
As a middle level visual art educator for the past 24 years, Johnna Faith Stoffregen is constantly aware that the needs of today’s students are rapidly changing. Embracing a collective teaching philosophy that bridges the disconnects between a traditional education and a brave new approach, she encourages student voice and autonomy as the ultimate goal. Her desire is to create a learning environment that is student-centered to develop their individual voice and take ownership of their learning. She was the 2019 National Art Education Association (NAEA) Kansas Art Educator of the Year, the 2018-19 Kansas Outstanding Overall Art Educator of the Year, and the Andover Foundation for Education Grant Recipient in 2022, 2021 and 2019, as well as the 2016-17 USD 402 Secondary Teacher of the Year.
