Music Educator Workforce

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Professional Learning Communities

Professional Learning Communities To attend or not to attend, that is the question. By LaSaundra Booth, NAfME Professional Development Content Manager; Chair-Elect for NAfME Council for Orchestral Education This article…

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New Report on Music Educator Recruitment and Retention by NAfME Provides a Blueprint for Strengthening the Music Teacher Profession

For Immediate Release Media Contact: Catherina Hurlburt CatherinaH@nafme.org or 703-860-4000 New Report on Music Educator Recruitment and Retention by the National Association for Music Education Provides a Blueprint for Strengthening the…

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Planning for the Inevitable

Planning for the Inevitable Navigating Challenges in and out of the Classroom By Amy Kraft and Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl “The tests we face in life’s journey are not to…

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What Tips for Mentors/Mentees Have Proven Useful in Your Experience?

What Tips for Mentors/Mentees Have Proven Useful in Your Experience? Six Music Educators Share Tips This article first appeared in the April 2023 issue of Teaching Music. John Combs, Montana…

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The Three-Legged Stool

The Three-Legged Stool Creating and Maintaining Stability in Education  By Dr. Kris Cosca and Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl  “Without a continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and…

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An Educational Epidemic

An Educational Epidemic The Elephant in the Classroom By Ken Buck and NAfME Member Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl “Teachers don’t leave because it’s hard. . . They leave because the…

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National Association for Music Education Endorses Bill to Support Educator Mental Health

National Association for Music Education is proud to endorse the Supporting the Mental Health of Educators and Staff Act (H.R. 744). Introduced by Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01),…

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Expand Your Circle

Expand Your Circle Inspiring Pathways to Potential  By NAfME Members Dr. Amy M. Knopps and Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl “Finding inspiration in the success of others is a common way…

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An Evolution in Education

An Evolution in Education Supporting Our Administrators May Be the Key Change Needed By NAfME Member Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl “Everyone needs help from everyone.” — Beroitt Brecht In April…

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NAfME Endorses Federal Legislation to Support Teacher Recruitment & Retention

NAfME Endorses Federal Legislation to Support Teacher Recruitment & Retention By Zachary Keita, NAfME Advocacy and Public Policy Communications Manager Updated April 17, 2023 Introduction The teacher retention issue is…

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