1.   But in his first year, he enrolled in a class taught by the influential emigre art educator Viktor Lowenfeld, who became his mentor.

2.   Emelson, who radiates warmth and organization, is from California, Pa., the daughter of arts educators.

3.   Still, some arts educators insist that music and art classes can affect overall student achievement.

4.   The cheery song and laughter reflected the sunnier mood these days among many arts educators.