About+Me

My name is Susan Hardy. I have been teaching Elementary art for 17 years. This is my 9th year in the Parkland School District at Cetronia Elementary. I went to Moravian College where I received a bachelor's degree in art education and then went on to get my masters in art education from Kutztown University. I am blessed to have a wonderful family. My husband Steve, our daughter Emma, and our golden retriever Finley! It would be rare to not find us outside on a weekend morning walking, running, or taking Finley swimming. You might also find us outside eating. We love food and love taking the whole family to dine al fresco. My love of art started at a young age. You could always find me doodling, especially cartoons. My grandfather was an artist and I believe I inherited some of his natural ability. I love teaching art because it allows me to dabble in all of the art mediums; pencil, paint, clay, collage, etc.... I truly enjoy teaching elementary because where else would they applaud you when you draw something on the board! Young children are not as worried about making mistakes. I find teaching adults is harder because they are much more critical of themselves when it comes to drawing in particular. I hope I can introduce art to young children and establish an appreciation and maybe even a passion for art. I hope they grow up to be adults who are not afraid of art, but embrace it!