Visual arts educator Jonee Sutton has been named one of ten top teachers in the state of Indiana. Photo Credit: Beech Grove City Schools

There are many fine visual arts educators who work in American schools. One of them is Jonee Adamson Sutton, who teaches in Beech Grove, Indiana. She has been named one of the top ten teachers in her state. The recognition highlights her unwavering dedication to her students and her outstanding contributions to the teaching profession.

Jonee teaches at Beech Grove Middle School in Beech Grove, Indiana. “Teaching middle school art is tough,” Jonee observes, “the attitude, the crazy, the loud, the lazy, but they are all on their way to becoming wonderful humans!” she says. Jonee has a reputation for nurturing creativity in her students, and for her commitment to fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. She is known for her iinnovative teaching methods and genuine care for her students that have left an impact on her community. She inspires both her colleagues and her students to strive for excellence.

One of Jonee’s innovative programs is her “brave” camp, which she organized In 2015. The program was designed to build self-esteem through the arts and empowerment through creativity. To fund the camp, the innovative teacher secured financial support from the Beech Grove Education Foundation, Beech Grove Middle School teacher Jonee Sutton was able to offer a “brave” camp to these girls.

Jonee earned her Bachelor’s degree in Visual Arts Education from Indiana Wesleyan University in 2004. Her career as an educator spans 21 years.