September 17, 2026

NCAS Call for Writing Team Members and Discipline Leads

As we celebrate National Arts in Education Week (September 13-19, 2026), the National Coalition for Arts Standards (NCAS) is now recruiting volunteers to serve as Writing Team Members (up to…

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NAfME Collegiate Kickoff Week, September 14–18, 2026
October 6, 2026
Growth, Engagement, and Excitement
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October 1, 2026
When Specialization Becomes Isolation
illustration of book character children dancing
September 29, 2026
From Sound through Soma to Symbol: A Friendly Reminder
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September 24, 2026
Your Students Are Already Rights Holders
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September 17, 2026
NCAS Call for Writing Team Members and Discipline Leads
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September 15, 2026
Best “Low-Lift” Chapter Activities for New and Establishing Tri-M® Chapters
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September 9, 2026
Announcing Janine Campbell as NCAS Standards Review Project Manager
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August 31, 2026
Acknowledgement to NAfME Society, Council, and Committee Members for Their Service, 2026
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August 28, 2026
What ESSA Waivers Could Mean for Music Education
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August 27, 2026
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