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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
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SUMMARY:Montana MEA Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Montana Music Educators Association Conference will be held in Bozeman at Gallatin High School. More information coming soon!​​​​​ \nMMEA Registration Costs for 2026\nConference Registration for NAfME Members: $70 \nIf you are within the first two years of your teaching career\, you are eligible for half off your conference registration.\nNAfME Retirees: $0\nMSMTA Members who are non-NAfME: $100 \nOptional Add-ons\nMBA: $30\nMBA Retired: $0\nMGMTA: $30\nMGMTA Retired: $15\nMCDA: $125\nMCDA Retired: $45\nMBA/MCDA: $136.40\nMBA/MGMTA Joint Membership: $52.80\nMGMTA/MCDA Joint Membership: $136.40\nMBA/MGMTA/MCDA Joint Membership: $162.80\nExtra non-Teaching Family Member (includes name tag in order to attend Host Night and All-State Concerts): $10\nLunches: TBA in August (MUST ORDER BY Friday before conference)\nOptional donation to Mentorship Fund: intervals of $5\n*MSTA Members register for their affiliation through their national organization​ \nInterested in hosting a booth in our exhibit hall? Email mmeaexhibitschair@gmail.com.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/montana-mea-conference-2026/
LOCATION:Gallatin High School\, 4455 Annie Street\, Bozeman\, MT\, 59718\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260806T171940Z
CREATED:20260424T184207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T171940Z
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SUMMARY:Maryland 2026 Fall In-Service Conference
DESCRIPTION:For more information\, visit www.mdmea.org/mmea-conferences \n\n\nSchedule: Approximately 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM\, with networking events after 3:00 PM \n\n\nSession Length: 45 minutes
URL:https://nafme.org/event/maryland-2026-fall-in-service-conference/
LOCATION:Governor Thomas Johnson High School\, 1501 North Market Street\, Frederick\, 21701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261017T170000
DTSTAMP:20261015T123819Z
CREATED:20261015T123819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T123819Z
UID:10000391-1792227600-1792256400@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Eastern Division Fall Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual Fall Division Board meeting to conduct Division business and oversee ongoing activities. \nHost: Wayne Mallette\, Eastern Division President \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/eastern-division-fall-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Division Board Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261018T210000
DTSTAMP:20261015T123735Z
CREATED:20261015T123735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T123735Z
UID:10000392-1792353600-1792357200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Guitar Council
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Guitar Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Kevin Vigil\, Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/guitar-council/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T180000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164941Z
CREATED:20261015T164941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164941Z
UID:10000393-1792429200-1792432800@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting to conduct committee business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Wendy Sims\, Rob Lyde\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/music-teacher-profession-advisory-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164941Z
CREATED:20261015T164941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164941Z
UID:10000394-1792436400-1792440000@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Leadership Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advocacy Leadership Force (ALF) meeting to update\, share information\, and collaborate on advocacy issues and priorities around the country. \nHost: Jazzmone Sutton\, Staff Liaison \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/advocacy-leadership-force-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T191500
DTSTAMP:20261015T164941Z
CREATED:20261015T164941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164941Z
UID:10000395-1792519200-1792523700@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Equity Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Equity Committee meeting to conduct committee business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Alice Hammel\, Isaiah Mason\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/equity-committee-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T124928Z
CREATED:20260821T124928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T124928Z
UID:10000375-1792522800-1792526400@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Move It or Lose It: Joyful Movement Activities That Foster Classroom Community
DESCRIPTION:Movement is a powerful and engaging way to bring music concepts to life in the classroom. This webinar explores how simple movement activities can be used to quickly engage elementary students while reinforcing important musical skills. Participants will learn practical strategies for incorporating movement into the beginning of class to help students internalize musical elements such as tempo\, rhythm\, and dynamics. \nDesigned especially for elementary general music teachers\, this session demonstrates how movement-based learning supports active participation and helps students physically experience music. In addition to strengthening musical understanding\, these activities encourage collaboration through partner and group work\, helping to build a strong sense of classroom community. \nAttendees will leave with a collection of quick\, easy-to-implement movement activities that require little to no preparation and can be used as engaging warm-ups or transitions. These strategies are especially helpful for teachers looking to increase student focus\, energy\, and participation at the start of a lesson. \nApril Mattson is an elementary music teacher at Bloomingdale Elementary School near Savannah\, Georgia\, where she has taught for 17 years. She holds a Master of Music Education from Georgia College & State University and has completed Orff Level I teacher certification. April is passionate about creating joyful\, engaging music experiences that help students develop musical understanding through active participation and movement. In 2026\, she presented at the Georgia Music Educators Association (GMEA) Conference\, sharing practical strategies for engaging young musicians in the classroom. One of her greatest joys as a teacher is watching her students grow musically and personally as they progress from Pre-K through 5th grade. \n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/move-it-or-lose-it-joyful-movement-activities-that-foster-classroom-community/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164941Z
CREATED:20261015T164941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164941Z
UID:10000396-1792522800-1792526400@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Collegiate Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Collegiate Advisory Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Katie Cox\, Steve Kelly\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/collegiate-advisory-council-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260415T144444Z
CREATED:20260415T144444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T144444Z
UID:10000320-1792627200-1792713599@nafme.org
SUMMARY:2026 October Music Fest/Fall In-Service Conference
DESCRIPTION:The fall in-service professional development conference of the New Hampshire Music Educators Association. Session proposals accepted until June 1\, 2026.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/2026-october-music-fest-fall-in-service-conference/
LOCATION:Grappone Conference Center\, 70 Constitution Avenue\, Concord\, NH\, 03301\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20261009T211236Z
CREATED:20260918T174358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T211236Z
UID:10000386-1792695600-1792699200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:What’s At Stake: How Proposed Federal Education Cuts Could Impact Music Education
DESCRIPTION:A pivotal moment for arts education advocacy is approaching. A proposed $6 billion reduction in federal education funding would have substantial consequences for school budgets. This webinar will explore current federal funding allocations supporting music and arts education and will feature a demonstration of EdTrust’s “FY 26 Federal Funding At Risk” tool. \nParticipating speakers include NAfME Assistant Executive Director for Advocacy and Public Policy Amanda Karhuse\, Senior Manager of State Advocacy and Equity Jazzmone Sutton\, and EdTrust Director of P-12 Research and Data Analytics Ivy Morgan.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/whats-at-stake-how-proposed-federal-education-cuts-could-impact-music-education/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T190000
DTSTAMP:20261015T164940Z
CREATED:20261015T164940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T164940Z
UID:10000397-1793037600-1793041200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:State Executives Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly State Executives Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Susan Heiserman\, Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/state-executives-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261028
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260821T141651Z
CREATED:20260424T193752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T141651Z
UID:10000339-1793145600-1793491199@nafme.org
SUMMARY:2026 Wisconsin State Music Conference
DESCRIPTION:New research in neuroscience is powerfully underscoring something that music teachers have known for many years: music deeply affects the minds and hearts of musicians. More than just pleasant pastime\, casual entertainment\, or community-building activity (although it can be all of these)\, music actually shapes the way we think and feel and process our human experience. It is a lens to understand the world. This is actually evolutionary. Prominent researchers Daniel Levitin\, Nina Kraus\, and Anita Collins have shown the ways we are hard-wired from birth to make sense of the world through sound\, and music in particular. Leveraging this bold new research is already having an impact on studies in language acquisition\, literacy\, and success in school\, especially in early childhood education. Anita Collins’ famous TED video–with over 12 million views–shows how music is like a full-body workout for the brain\, impacting cognitive function\, memory skills\, focus and attention. \nBut music does so much more for the mind than this. As a language of its own\, with its own patterns and structures\, and cultural and historical context\, music is a way to enhance critical thinking skills\, “expert noticing”\, analysis and interpretive skills\, and the kinds of cognitive work spelled out in the Common Core Standards\, and made more specific in the National Co Arts Standards. \nWisconsin’s great gift to music education–the CMP Model (Comprehensive Musicianship through Performance)–has for fifty years shown how being intentional about all parts students’ musical experience\, beyond just the skills of playing or singing\, enhances their experience and enlarges their cognitive capacity. The Knowledge Outcome focused specifically on this aspect of understanding music and being able to think\, talk\, and write about it. But the true innovation of the CMP Model was the Affective Outcome\, creating an intention goal for students to understand and explore the connections between a piece of music\, their own mind and emotions\, and other people\, whether their own community or those from distant places or eras. Social emotional learning (SEL) is built into music education\, but the Affective Outcome made it tangible and drawn powerfully from the music being studied (as opposed to an “extra” social/emotional idea taught in the abstract). Resilience\, problem solving\, risk-taking\, patience in practicing slow repetition\, delayed gratification\, and even managing frustration—these are among the many social-emotional skills that music education provides. And even the physiological benefits of making music with others has a powerful effect on the mind and spirit. One small example: research now show that singers in a group\, like a choir\, “sync up” their brain waves in the act of making music together\, releasing beneficial endorphins and oxytocin\, and building empathy. \nBy advocating for music education\, we affirm its vital role in shaping social-emotional identities and enhancing cognitive growth\, equipping all students—regardless of their abilities—with the tools they need for personal and interpersonal success.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/2026-wisconsin-state-music-conference/
LOCATION:Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center\, Madison\, 1 John Nolen Dr\, Madison\, WI\, 53703\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260821T165123Z
CREATED:20260821T165123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T165123Z
UID:10000376-1793214000-1793217600@nafme.org
SUMMARY:More Than a Rehearsal: A Music Teacher’s Guide to Acing Observations
DESCRIPTION:What does a strong music lesson look like through an administrator’s eyes? In this dynamic session\, Kamil Cooper and Principal Troy Cato bridge the gap between rehearsal-based instruction and formal teacher evaluations. Using the ADEPT model as a framework\, they will guide music educators through designing and delivering lessons that meet (and exceed) observation expectations—without abandoning the core of what makes music classrooms special. Learn how to structure your teaching\, highlight student learning\, and document progress in ways that resonate with administrators. Whether you teach band\, choir\, or general music\, you’ll leave with ready-to-use tools and strategies to turn your everyday rehearsals into high-impact\, observation-ready instruction. \nKamil Cooper is the Director of Bands and Fine Arts Chair at Lakewood High School in Sumter\, South Carolina. Previously he served as Assistant Director of Bands at Johnson C. Smith University\, where he had earned a bachelor’s degree. He went on to earn a master’s degree and a doctorate in Educational Administration from the University of the Southwest. His doctoral dissertation explored the comparative participation rates in performing arts versus athletics in South Carolina schools. Under his guidance as Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Florence School District 4\, the district received more than $130\,000 in grants\, and the school district’s band program expanded from 12 to 45 students. \nTroy Cato currently serves as the Principal of Hillcrest Middle School in Sumter\, South Carolina. A graduate of Benedict College\, he served as Director of Bands at Sumter High School\, Wilson High School\, and Manning High School. Under his direction\, ensembles consistently earned Superior ratings and were recognized with numerous Outstanding Performance Awards. His students were frequently placed in Region and All-State Bands and actively participated in professional music organizations. At Lakewood\, Troy plays a key role in the school’s academic progress\, contributing to rising graduation rates and improved testing outcomes\, along with leading the efforts in teacher observations and evaluations\, using ADEPT 4.0. His unique perspective as a former band director and current administrator informs his commitment to excellence in education at every level. \n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/more-than-a-rehearsal-a-music-teachers-guide-to-acing-observations/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261029
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260610T140041Z
CREATED:20260520T125133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T140041Z
UID:10000358-1793232000-1793491199@nafme.org
SUMMARY:South Dakota Music Education Association 18th Annual Music Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:The South Dakota MEA seeks session proposals and performance applications for its 18th Annual Music Education Conference\, October 2026! \nInterested in exhibiting or becoming a sponsor? \nPlease email kim.bruguier@k12.sd.us for more information.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/south-dakota-music-education-association-18th-annual-music-education-conference/
LOCATION:The Monument\, 444 N Mt Rushmore Road\, Rapid City\, SD\, 57701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000398-1793617200-1793620800@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Council of Music Program Leaders Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Music Program Leaders Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Chris Moseley\, Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/council-of-music-program-leaders-meeting-6/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T200000
DTSTAMP:20261014T141605Z
CREATED:20260917T143008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T141605Z
UID:10000380-1793818800-1793822400@nafme.org
SUMMARY:What the Flip? Contemporary Ways to Streamline Your Teaching
DESCRIPTION:Through the history and understanding of what a flipped classroom is—and the intent behind it\, many\, many years before COVID—participants will begin to find ways to utilize video lessons they have from COVID or before\, as well as create new ones to give more time on task in the classroom. \nMeghan Cabral is an activate music educator\, collegial educator\, guest conductor\, and presenter. She spent 15+ years teaching middle school and beginning band and is now the K-12 Co-Chair of Music and a high school band teacher in the Carmel Central School District in New York. \n\n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/what-the-flip-contemporary-ways-to-streamline-your-teaching/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T203000
DTSTAMP:20260917T143125Z
CREATED:20260917T143125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T143125Z
UID:10000381-1793907000-1793910600@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Pedal to the Metal: DIY Timpani Repair for Directors
DESCRIPTION:Fix your timpani issues without calling a technician\, if you even have one available! Designed with middle and high school band directors in mind\, this webinar equips you with the skills to identify and fix common timpani problems. You’ll lightly explore the mechanics of timpani to get a sense of how they work and then dive into troubleshooting techniques to resolve frequently seen headaches such as pedals that won’t stay in place\, malfunctioning tuning gauges\, and mystery rattles or squeaks that you just can’t nail down. As a bonus\, you’ll also learn how to clear heads to reduce those pesky overtones. By the end of this session\, you will be equipped with a literal and figurative toolbox of fixes. When you have an issue in the middle of a rehearsal\, you can walk over to your toolbox\, grab the right tool\, fix the issue\, and get back to rehearsal\, proving once again that not all superheroes wear capes. \nRich Bono is a former band director and owner of Bono Percussion\, which has been specializing in percussion instrument repair for schools since 2015. He launched the business to address the ongoing maintenance issues he had experienced firsthand in the band room through on-site repairs and maintenance clinics for directors. His client roster includes public and private schools\, colleges and universities\, churches\, and professional productions like Cirque du Soleil. Rich is also a freelance percussionist based out of Chapel Hill\, North Carolina. \n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/pedal-to-the-metal-diy-timpani-repair-for-directors/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261107
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTSTAMP:20260427T171503Z
CREATED:20260427T125507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T171503Z
UID:10000346-1794009600-1794355199@nafme.org
SUMMARY:2026 North Carolina MEA Professional Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Future Sounds Like This invites music educators to explore how today’s teaching shapes tomorrow’s musicians\, creators\, and listeners. Through innovative pedagogy\, emerging technologies\, and evolving classroom practices\, the conference examines where music education is headed and how educators can lead that change with purpose and creativity. Sessions will highlight student-centered approaches that foster musical excellence\, cultural relevance\, and lifelong engagement. Together\, we will imagine—and actively build—a future in which music education empowers every student to find their voice and contribute meaningfully to the world through sound.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/2026-north-carolina-mea-professional-development-conference/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W. 5th Street\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,In Person,State MEA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T180000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000399-1794243600-1794247200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting to conduct committee business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Wendy Sims\, Rob Lyde\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/music-teacher-profession-advisory-committee-meeting-8/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260917T143226Z
CREATED:20260917T143226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T143226Z
UID:10000382-1794337200-1794340800@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Developing Community-Based Music Programs
DESCRIPTION:This session offers hands-on guidance for developing and sustaining community-based music programs of all sizes. Drawing on the presenter’s research and professional experience establishing programs across the country\, participants will explore the practical realities of launching and maintaining music education initiatives rooted in access\, equity\, and community engagement. The session begins with foundational planning: clarifying vision and values\, drafting mission and statements\, and outlining core instructional designs. From there\, key phases of program development are examined\, including assessing local ecosystems\, navigating business structures\, securing sustainable funding\, and addressing liability\, health\, and safety. Participants will receive tools for market research\, budgeting\, and strategies for recruiting and retaining both faculty and students\, with an emphasis on community responsiveness and collaborative leadership. In addition to best practices\, this session will also share findings from case-study research on organizational models for community schools of the arts\, highlighting characteristics of both divisional and independent structures. By the end of the session\, participants will gain insight into (1) how to create strategic program models rooted in mission\, community needs\, and instructional priorities; (2) leadership strategies that foster collaboration and shared ownership; and (3) organizational structures that align with program goals and support sustainable growth. \nAaron Jacobs\, Assistant Professor of String Pedagogy at the University of New Mexico and Director of the UNM String Lab School\, is an accomplished violinist and educator dedicated to inspiring musicians of all ages. He has served as a violin professor on the faculties of Millikin University and Illinois State University and is a licensed music educator with experience across all levels. While at the University of Illinois\, he founded the Illinois String Academy\, a comprehensive program offering private and group instruction on the violin\, viola\, cello\, and double bass\, as well as orchestra\, chamber music\, music theory\, and composition. He also developed a violin program for the Danville\, Illinois\, public school district that served nearly 200 first- and second-grade students. A highly active clinician at national and international conferences\, he has also frequently served as Director of the Paul Rolland String Pedagogy Workshop. \n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/developing-community-based-music-programs/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000400-1794337200-1794340800@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Collegiate Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Collegiate Advisory Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Katie Cox\, Steve Kelly\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/collegiate-advisory-council-meeting-9/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261111
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261112
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000401-1794355200-1794441599@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Veteran's Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://nafme.org/event/veterans-day/
CATEGORIES:Federal Holiday,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T171500
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000402-1794500100-1794503700@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Professional Learning Programming Committee
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Professional Learning Partnerships Committee meeting to review professional learning opportunities and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Michael Stone\, Wayne Mallette\, Kimberly Lorengo\, Tri-Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/professional-learning-programming-committee-7/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T203000
DTSTAMP:20260918T113313Z
CREATED:20260917T184808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T113313Z
UID:10000385-1794511800-1794515400@nafme.org
SUMMARY:EdTPA: Strategies for Success
DESCRIPTION:The edTPA portfolio is a summative\, performance-based assessment used by many teacher preparation programs across the country to evaluate the readiness of pre-service teacher candidates. Come learn some practical tips and strategies geared toward preparing for and passing edTPA! Both presenters have had exceptional success in supporting students preparing for this assessment. \nDr. Debbie Seykora O’Connell is a Professor of Music Education and the Program Coordinator for Music Education at Winston-Salem State University. Prior to Winston-Salem State University\, she taught at The University of North Florida as a Visiting Professor of Music Education. Additionally\, Dr. O’Connell has taught elementary\, middle\, and high school band and middle school orchestra in North Carolina. Dr. O’Connell serves as the Southern Division Representative for NAfME Collegiate. She has presented at state\, national\, and international conferences in music education. Research interests include musicians’ health and wellness\, music-related hearing loss\, preservice music teacher preparation\, and world flute music. \nDr. Karen S. Thomas is a Visiting Assistant Professor of Music at Winston-Salem State University. Prior to her current position\, Dr. Thomas taught at Appalachian State University\, The University of Utah\, and in the North Carolina public schools. Dr. Thomas has earned certifications in Orff-Schulwerk (Levels I-III)\, Music Learning Theory (Elementary General Music Level I)\, World Music Drumming (Level 1)\, and World Music Pedagogy. She serves on the Editorial Board for the Journal of General Music Education. Dr. Thomas’s interests include musicians’ health and wellness\, general and global music learning and teaching practices\, and preservice music teacher preparation. \n\nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. \nThe views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME.
URL:https://nafme.org/event/edtpa-strategies-for-success/
CATEGORIES:Live Virtual,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000403-1794560400-1794657600@nafme.org
SUMMARY:North Central Fall Division Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Annual Fall Division Board meeting to conduct Division business and oversee ongoing activities. \nHost: Clay Blackman\, North Central Division President \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/north-central-fall-division-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Division Board Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T180000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000410-1794675600-1794679200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Music Teacher Profession Advisory Committee meeting to conduct committee business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Wendy Sims\, Rob Lyde\, Co-Chairs \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/music-teacher-profession-advisory-committee-meeting-7/
CATEGORIES:Committee Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261115T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000404-1794769200-1794772800@nafme.org
SUMMARY:General Music Council
DESCRIPTION:Monthly General Music Council meeting to conduct council business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost: Stephanie Benischek\, Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/general-music-council-5/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T180000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000405-1794848400-1794852000@nafme.org
SUMMARY:State Executives Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly State Executives Council meeting to conduct committee business and oversee ongoing projects and activities. \nHost:Susan Heiserman\, Chair \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/state-executives-meeting-7/
CATEGORIES:Council Meeting,Leadership Calendar
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T200000
DTSTAMP:20261015T165931Z
CREATED:20261015T165931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T165931Z
UID:10000406-1794855600-1794859200@nafme.org
SUMMARY:Advocacy Leadership Force Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Advocacy Leadership Force (ALF) meeting to update\, share information\, and collaborate on advocacy issues and priorities around the country. \nHost: Jazzmone Sutton\, Staff Liaison \nVirtual
URL:https://nafme.org/event/advocacy-leadership-force-meeting-9/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Meeting,Leadership Calendar
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END:VCALENDAR