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San Diego Pride Youth Marching Band

San Diego Pride Youth Marching Band Russ Sperling

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Why Equity is Important to Me

Why Equity is Important to Me Alice M. Hammel “We are never finished and there is always more to learn. I check my privilege often now as I have a…

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Power In Our Words

Power in Our Words Johnathan Hamiel “There is a famous quote that reads ‘My teacher thought I could, so I did.’ The moments in my life can be summed up…

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The Importance of Equity in My Walk

The Importance of Equity in My Walk James Daugherty “Experiences shape internal beliefs and values. Past experiences have created meaning deep inside me. Eventually these experiences will shape how I…

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SAGE DEIA Virtual Collection

Introduction Issues surrounding diversity, equity, inclusion, and access (DEIA) are more prominent in education today than ever before. Although the struggle to provide equal opportunities for all students has existed…

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An Experience in Equity

An Experience in Equity  Jared L. Cassedy, K-12 Performing Arts Coordinator Lexington Public Schools, MA “At the end of the day, music is about bringing people together, welcoming them in,…

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Divisive Concepts Laws and Music Education: Quantitative Follow-Up Study

Divisive Concepts Laws and Music Education: Quantitative Follow-Up Study — A Report for the National Association for Music Education by Karen Salvador, Michigan State University with Ryan Shaw, Michigan State University.…

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United States Copyright Law: A Guide for Music Educators – Appendix A-G

United States Copyright Law: A Guide for Music Educators Appendix A: Essential Sections of the Law The Fair Use; Library Reproduction; and Exemption of Certain Performances and Displays Sections of…

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The President’s Prose: Inside, Outside, Upside Down

By Scott R. Sheehan, NAfME National President 2022-2024 This article first appeared in the September 2022 issue of Music Educators Journal. Welcome to what may be the most meaningful and…

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Grateful Reflections

By Mackie V. Spradley, NAfME National President 2020-2022 This article first appeared in the June 2022 issue of Music Educators Journal. I feel certain that every NAfME president approaches their…

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