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Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in Repertoire Selection

Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access (DEIA) in Repertoire Selection Striving for Representation  Part Two of a Four-Part Series  By NAfME Member Roque Diaz, Member of the NAfME Equity Committee…

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The DJ as Educator

The DJ as Educator Beyond Beats By NAfME Members Dr. José Valentino Ruiz and Andrew Wang In recent years, DJing has evolved from a niche skillset associated primarily with entertainment…

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Back to School with NAfME

Top Resources to Kickstart Your Back-to-School Season Explore our highlighted back-to-school resources below to support your year ahead. Whether you’re a seasoned educator or embarking on your first year as…

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Marc Dwyer

With over two decades of service in the San Diego Unified School District, Mr. Marc Dwyer has been a cornerstone of music education in the region. He holds a bachelor’s…

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Cultural Appropriation versus Cultural Appreciation in the Arts

Cultural Appropriation versus Cultural Appreciation in the Arts Part One of a Four-Part Series  By NAfME Member Roque Diaz, Member of the NAfME Equity Committee As educators and professionals in…

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Being More Than “Just a Music Educator”

Being More Than “Just a Music Educator” The Five Ps of Vocational Alignment By NAfME Member José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D. Abstract In today’s convoluted educational and cultural climate, music educators…

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Kimberly Hirschmann

Dr. Kimberly Hirschmann is the Supervisor of PK-12 Visual & Performing Arts for Frederick County Public Schools in Frederick, Maryland, where she oversees curricular and co-curricular programming in music, visual…

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Chad Rose

Chad Rose is entering his twenty sixth year in music education and is currently in his fifth year as the Director of Bands at Sheridan High School in Sheridan, Wyoming.…

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Joseph N. Flores

Joseph Flores is the Director of Fine Arts for Teaching and Learning for Las Cruces Public Schools. Mr. Flores earned his Bachelor of Arts in Music Education and Master of…

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Six Creative Adventures for Music Educators This Summer

Six Creative Adventures for Music Educators This Summer By NAfME Member José Valentino Ruiz, Ph.D. Summer isn’t just for rest—it’s for reset. For music educators, summer is a sacred window…

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