Many Wisconsin teachers have expressed concern about how support for music education may look post-pandemic. WMEA is offering an advocacy summit on February 16, 2021 from 6:30-8:30pm to support educators with tools and resources for local conversation about 2021-22 student needs, allocation, scheduling, and resources. Educators and administrators from across the state will … [Read more...] about 2021 WMEA Proactive Advocacy Summit
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NFHS 3rd Round- Preliminary Studies Release on November 13, 2020
At 12:00 Central on Friday, November 13, the National Federation of State High School Associations will release information from the 3rd round of preliminary studies related to COVID-19 mitigation. The following will be available: A one-page summary Aerosol Production and Mitigation Effects Efficacy of Bell Covers and Masks Keyhole Expellation of Aerosol … [Read more...] about NFHS 3rd Round- Preliminary Studies Release on November 13, 2020
Copyright Guidance for Distance Learning released by NFHS and NAfME
How Does the TEACH Act Help with Virtual Music Education during the COVID-19 Pandemic? NAfME and the NFHS have released joint Technology, Education, and Copyright Harmonization (TEACH) Act copyright analysis aimed at helping music educators teaching in virtual environments. Teachers engaging in distance learning this fall must understand the copyright laws in this … [Read more...] about Copyright Guidance for Distance Learning released by NFHS and NAfME
2020-2021 WSMA Membership and Programs
Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA) has posted our program updates for the 2020-2021 school year. Our team is excited to announce three of our programs will be available virtually during Fall 2020 - Solo & Ensemble Festival, Student Composition Project, and Middle Level/High School State Honors Project. Updates about WSMA Aca U are anticipated in January … [Read more...] about 2020-2021 WSMA Membership and Programs
WMEA Offers New Resources to Teacher Membership
WMEA is offering three opportunities for membership during Fall 2020: Advocacy Fast Action Team, WMEA Virtual Gatherings, and Early Career Music Teacher Collaboration Project. An Advocacy Assistance Team has been established by WMEA to help suggest strategies, present ideas, and offer resources to formulate your response. Access the Advocacy Assistance Request Form at this … [Read more...] about WMEA Offers New Resources to Teacher Membership