Teacher Self Care

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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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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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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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The Capacity to Collaborate

The Capacity to Collaborate 5 Steps to Empower Teamwork  By NAfME Members Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl, Alison Parish, and Sarah Castrillon “The strength of the team is each individual member.…

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From One End to the Next: Will We Be Ready?

From One End to the Next Will We Be Ready? By NAfME Member Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl “Don’t wait until you are ready to take action. Instead, take action, to…

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5 Things Teachers Can Do to Recharge over the Summer

5 Things Teachers Can Do to Recharge over the Summer By NAfME Member Dr. Lori Schwartz Reichl with Dr. Jaime Bonato “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it…

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Lessons Learned Teaching during a Pandemic

Lessons Learned Teaching during a Pandemic By NAfME Member Suzanne N. Hall This article first appeared in the March 2022 issue of Music Educators Journal. I have dabbled in developing…

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Retirement Prep Top Ten Treasures

Retirement Prep Top Ten Treasures A Treasure Chest of Tips for Living the Dream! By NAfME Member Paul K. Fox This article originally appeared on Paul Fox’s blog here. Advice from…

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“Westminster Wednesdays” Examines Singing through Menopause and Beyond

“Westminster Wednesdays” Examines Singing through Menopause and Beyond By Demara White, sponsored by Rider University Dr. Kathy Price leads a seminar that explores how perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause may affect…

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Awareness Games that Lead to Wellness through Mind-Body Integration

Awareness Games that Lead to Wellness through Mind-Body Integration By Ann Rodiger, sponsored by Balance Arts Center These three games are fun to play with musicians as they help build…

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