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The First 90 Days: Starting Strong as a Music Program Leader
Whether stepping into a first music program leadership role or returning with renewed priorities, the first 90 days can shape the direction of the work ahead. This interactive Music Program Leaders colloquium, led by Council Chair Christopher Moseley, will explore practical approaches to building trust, assessing program needs, establishing communication systems, supporting educators, and aligning priorities with organizational goals. Participants will…
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Collegiate Chapter Leadership Training 2026
All current, future, and potential NAfME Collegiate Chapter leadership and chapter advisors are invited to join members of the NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council and NAfME Collegiate Program Manager Ben Reyes for a special leadership training this fall. This virtual training will cover general chapter leadership expectations as laid out in the NAfME Collegiate Chapter Quickstart…
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Promoting Music Engagement for Students with Profound Intellectual Disabilities
Of individuals with an intellectual disability, 1% are recognized as having a profound intellectual disability and commonly present at a mental age of roughly three years or below. This session includes strategies that promote engagement for individuals with profound intellectual disabilities, who represent a historically disenfranchised population. Accordingly, the application of specialized curricula, pedagogies, and pacing strategies allows this vulnerable…
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Collegiate Kickoff Week 2026
Collegiate Kickoff Week is a celebration of our collegiate members of NAfME. The event focuses on recruiting, team-building, and advocacy activities implemented and shared by each NAfME Collegiate chapter. Kickoff Week offers students the opportunity to highlight their local programs and membership while participating in service and volunteer events. Chapters will plan activities each day…
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NAfME Collegiate Fall Membership Rally
Join NAfME Collegiate members and advisors from around the country during NAfME Collegiate Kickoff Week for an exciting back-to-school virtual rally! Get to know your Collegiate Advisory Council representatives, hear from your national leadership, and win door prizes alongside other NAfME Collegiate members! Invite your chapter and prepare for the most inspiring back-to-school event yet! Continue to…
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Percussion Frameworks: Practical Pedagogy for the Non-Percussionist
Many music educators are trained primarily as wind, string, or vocal specialists, yet are expected to teach and develop percussionists with confidence and effectiveness. This session offers a clear, practical pedagogical framework designed specifically for the non-percussionist teacher, helping educators approach percussion instruction with clarity, consistency, and confidence. Through a structured and transferable approach, participants will…
