Once school is out, many teachers look forward to a little rest from the hectic pace of the school year. However, sometimes the music doesn't stop in summer - camps, beginner programs, community concerts, the list goes on. It can feel like music teachers never get a break. Here are some tips that can help... Continue Reading →
Starting Fresh: Prioritizing What Matters in the Upcoming School Year
The start of a new school year means different things to different teachers. For some it’s a fresh start, full of possibilities. For others, it’s a rebuilding time after a downturn in the program. And for others, well, they’re still crying on the patio begging summer not to end. No matter your current emotional state,... Continue Reading →
Percussion Preservation: Basic Care & Maintenance
Music rooms sometimes contain tens of thousands of dollars’ worth of percussion equipment. Maintenance can feel overwhelming, but it’s worth it to protect your school’s investment! The good news: basic care can be outsourced to students. At the end of each semester, your section leader and players can oversee most of these tasks. First, dust... Continue Reading →
Easy Advocacy: Proactive Steps to Promote Your School Music Program
Advocacy can feel like one more thing on an overfilled plate, but communicating with our administrators and communities is key to healthy school music programs. These easy tips create little or no extra work for you – they capitalize on what you’re already doing. Delegate tasks that don’t require your expertise Utilize your parent and... Continue Reading →
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