Baynes awarded ‘Artie’

Mike Baynes of Sisters was awarded an “Artie” at a ceremony at Arts Central in Bend on Friday night, March 24.

Baynes, in his 14th year teaching art at Sisters High School, was honored by the regional arts organization in the Art Educator category.

“It was very nice,” Baynes said. “I was very surprised. It’s an honor to be recognized by folks in our own little neck of the woods, our own arts community.”

Baynes was earlier recognized in the statewide community. Last year he was chosen as Secondary Art Teacher of the Year by the Oregon Art Education Association.

“I’m very lucky to have a career I truly love and to work with young people who demonstrate their love and passion for the arts on a daily basis,” Baynes wrote in his acceptance note for the “Artie.”

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