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After graduating from the University of Illinois, Liz began her career at D214 as an art teacher at Elk Grove High School. Adored by her students, she never allowed them to miss out on artistic and cultural opportunities. Liz is fearless and tireless in bringing enriching and monumental experiences to students. She took AP Studio art students to New York City to see the opening of The Gates by Christo and Jean Claude in Central Park. In the four days they spent in New York, Liz planned as many cultural experiences as possible. From an opera at Lincoln Center and a show on Broadway to visits to MoMA, the Whitney, the MET, and many galleries in Chelsea, Liz made that trip one they would never forget. She went on to take AP students to New York the following two years, quite an undertaking for a young teacher.
While at EGHS, Liz created Grenaissance, a full school day dedicated to the fine and performing arts. Liz transformed the school overnight into every art student’s dream. She found guest artists and performers to instruct classes and share their experience and joy of the arts. Students chose workshops not only in the visual arts but also in creative writing, music, and dance. The opening ceremony for the Grenaissance included aerial artists and a well-known action painter to dazzle the entire student body. Lunch periods took on a carnival atmosphere. Students took photos with friends in the photo booth, a DJ played music while cotton candy was served, and students played games before running off to their next art class. Liz created a magical day to spread art and culture to every student at Elk Grove High School.
In 2008, Liz became the district coordinator for Arts Unlimited. With thoughts of the legacy set forth by Richard Calisch, Liz reimagined Arts Unlimited. AU became a student-focused platform to give students real-world opportunities. Liz created the blueprint for how we celebrate and honor our student artists and performers today. Student work now graces each cover of Anthology; our annual reception showcases student performances in dance and music, student artists discuss their work and artistic process, and students’ statebound speeches are shared on stage. As the district coordinator of Arts Unlimited Liz developed district-wide event days such as Visual Arts Day, Creative Writing Day, and Drama Day to create opportunities for artistic expression and personal growth among the youth.
After a successful career building a strong art program at Elk Grove High School and transforming Arts Unlimited, Liz went on new adventures, sharing her love for photography and developing a hugely successful wedding and family photography studio in the Chicago area. Channeling her passion for creative imagery that clients say captures the beauty and emotions of the day, she was named Best Wedding Photography Business of the Year several years in a row.
Liz has remained deeply committed to supporting young artists. As a resident of the area, she was determined to continue spreading her love of art in the community by running an art program at her local church every summer in conjunction with the vacation bible program. She and her talented team, many of whom began as District 214 student interns at her studio, have hosted photo workshops for the next generation of budding photographers. She continues to give back to the District 214 community, hosting a plein aire painting festival and creating D214 Rising, a scholarship program for up-and-coming student artists of D214, among many other art events for the community. By providing space for art clubs and promoting cultural activities, she enriches the broader northwestern suburban community.
Liz Schrenk’s impact transcends her role as a business owner; she is a catalyst for creativity; she is a champion of the visual arts in District 214. Her unwavering dedication and passion continue to inspire and uplift countless aspiring artists, leaving an indelible mark on the community she so gracefully serves.
While at EGHS, Liz created Grenaissance, a full school day dedicated to the fine and performing arts. Liz transformed the school overnight into every art student’s dream. She found guest artists and performers to instruct classes and share their experience and joy of the arts. Students chose workshops not only in the visual arts but also in creative writing, music, and dance. The opening ceremony for the Grenaissance included aerial artists and a well-known action painter to dazzle the entire student body. Lunch periods took on a carnival atmosphere. Students took photos with friends in the photo booth, a DJ played music while cotton candy was served, and students played games before running off to their next art class. Liz created a magical day to spread art and culture to every student at Elk Grove High School.
In 2008, Liz became the district coordinator for Arts Unlimited. With thoughts of the legacy set forth by Richard Calisch, Liz reimagined Arts Unlimited. AU became a student-focused platform to give students real-world opportunities. Liz created the blueprint for how we celebrate and honor our student artists and performers today. Student work now graces each cover of Anthology; our annual reception showcases student performances in dance and music, student artists discuss their work and artistic process, and students’ statebound speeches are shared on stage. As the district coordinator of Arts Unlimited Liz developed district-wide event days such as Visual Arts Day, Creative Writing Day, and Drama Day to create opportunities for artistic expression and personal growth among the youth.
After a successful career building a strong art program at Elk Grove High School and transforming Arts Unlimited, Liz went on new adventures, sharing her love for photography and developing a hugely successful wedding and family photography studio in the Chicago area. Channeling her passion for creative imagery that clients say captures the beauty and emotions of the day, she was named Best Wedding Photography Business of the Year several years in a row.
Liz has remained deeply committed to supporting young artists. As a resident of the area, she was determined to continue spreading her love of art in the community by running an art program at her local church every summer in conjunction with the vacation bible program. She and her talented team, many of whom began as District 214 student interns at her studio, have hosted photo workshops for the next generation of budding photographers. She continues to give back to the District 214 community, hosting a plein aire painting festival and creating D214 Rising, a scholarship program for up-and-coming student artists of D214, among many other art events for the community. By providing space for art clubs and promoting cultural activities, she enriches the broader northwestern suburban community.
Liz Schrenk’s impact transcends her role as a business owner; she is a catalyst for creativity; she is a champion of the visual arts in District 214. Her unwavering dedication and passion continue to inspire and uplift countless aspiring artists, leaving an indelible mark on the community she so gracefully serves.