The Wisconsin Music Educators Association has released the following COVID-19 statement: "It is the position of Wisconsin Music Educators Association that, despite the challenges associated with the current COVID-19 pandemic, all children deserve equal access to a credible and well-rounded education that includes high-quality study of music and the arts, regardless of the mode … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA) COVID-19 and Position Statements
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Considerations for Schools – CDC.gov May 19, 2020 Report
As some communities in the United States open K-12 schools, CDC offers the following considerations for ways in which schools can help protect students, teachers, administrators, and staff and slow the spread of COVID-19. Schools can determine, in collaboration with state and local health officials to the extent possible, whether and how to implement these considerations while … [Read more...] about Considerations for Schools – CDC.gov May 19, 2020 Report
Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study
A number of performing arts organizations have joined forces to commission a study on the effects of COVID-19 on the return to the rehearsal hall. It is important to understand what risks exist in performing arts classrooms and performance venues. Specifically, the study will examine aerosol rates produced by wind instrumentalists, vocalists, and even actors, and how quickly … [Read more...] about Unprecedented International Coalition led by Performing Arts Organizations to Commission COVID-19 Study
Resources Shared During Wisconsin Educator Forum
Several resources were shared by Julie Palkowski, WI DPI Arts & Creativity Consultant, during the WSMA Wisconsin Educator Forum hosted on Tuesday, May 19: Arts Educators: You are invited to attend online arts education sessions. These are scheduled from 12-12:45pm CST, and the next scheduled session is Thursday, May 21. Julie Palkowski, PhD, Arts & Creativity … [Read more...] about Resources Shared During Wisconsin Educator Forum
Wisconsin Office of School Safety: K-12 Cybersecurity Recommendations
As the use of virtual meeting technology increases, it is important to consider cybersecurity for staff and students. Please see the attached documents prepared by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency’s School Safety Team. Remember that any system that can be used to deliver online courses or host meetings has advantages … [Read more...] about Wisconsin Office of School Safety: K-12 Cybersecurity Recommendations