Ambassador
I have seen the value of the ARTEFFECT program and would like to collaborate with other educators and program representatives to continue inspiring young artists and historians to create more amazing pieces of art. . . The chance to collaborate with other educators and share successes and ideas could help me inspire even more students to participate. Watching students share unsung stories and present their artwork to peers and fellow students is a special experience to be part of.
Michelle Vevante is a middle school social studies teacher and track coach with over 23 years’ experience teaching secondary-level students. She graduated from SUNY Albany in 2002 with honors and a bachelor’s degree in History and Secondary Social Studies Education. While working full time at Jericho Middle School, Vevante completed her master’s degree in Social Studies Education at Hofstra University on Long Island. She is dedicated to creating personalized learning experiences for students, with an enthusiasm for fostering creativity, collaboration, and academic growth for young historians. Vevante is a motivated educator with a passion for creating a learning environment that embraces diversity, acceptance, and inclusiveness. She prides herself on her ability to connect to her students and athletes. She enjoys participating in professional development and workshops with like-minded educators to collaborate, share ideas, and stay current with technology. Vevante also enjoys overseeing students competing in various competitions, including the Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes ARTEFFECT competition.
