Elections are now open for the position of Treasurer. Though running unopposed please cast your vote of support.
Treasurer – Leah Prouty-Muller
Leah has broad experience in both public and alternative education settings. She is currently teaching at Saint Paul Jr/Sr. High School, and is developing a diverse 2D and 3D curriculum for grades 7-12, including AP Art courses. In her concurrent role as an Office Manager at a local construction company she manages bookkeeping and accounts payable as well as operational tasks, ensuring compliance with permits and licenses.
Leah has worked at all grade levels, from Pre K to adult. In her role as Visual Art Specialist at Old Sturbridge Academy, she integrated visual arts with historic themes, while collaborating with classroom teachers to enliven the curriculum with hands-on opportunities and real world experiences. She was the school coordinator of the student created mini-book: Out of the Margins which highlighted the inventions and discoveries of humans whose achievements were overshadowed by their race, gender, or disabilities. The mini book was recognized for an award in 2023. Leah has also worked with the Suffolk County House of Corrections to help them develop arts programs as part of the educational opportunities for incarcerated citizens.
With her M.Ed from Framingham State University and a BFA in Art Education from the Mass College of Art & Design, Leah holds her MA Licenses in Pk-8 & 5-12. In recognition for her work, she received the Massachusetts PTO Outstanding Teacher of the Year Award in 2021 and Exceptional Volunteer Award in 2022. She has been actively involved with the MAEA since 2016, primarily serving as a Conference Committee Member. She has presented at both NAEA and MAEA conferences.
