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SUMMARY:Professional Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/professional-development-conference/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251112
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SUMMARY:Singer/Songwriter and Music Production Showcase 2025
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Music Educators Association’s Singer/Songwriter and Music Producer Showcase is designed to encourage individual musical creativity\, the development of music writing skills\, and collaboration with professionals from the music industry to enhance musicianship and creativity. \nStudents are encouraged to submit their original songs for the experience of sharing and learning ways to develop their songs with professional singer/songwriters and music producers from the music industry at the annual NCMEA’s state conference. \nGeneral Guidelines:\n\nAll North Carolina students in grades K-12 are eligible to participate. Students must\, however\, be nominated by an NCMEA member teacher.\nStudents can enter one of three divisions: elementary (k-5)\, middle school (6-8)\, or high school (9-12).\nStudents should plan to submit their work individually (as a singer/songwriter or music producer in a DAW environment)\nEach student can only be involved in one submission.\nThe submission deadline is 5:00 pm EST on October 25\, 2025.\n\nSubmission guidelines:\n\nSubmissions should be original songs written by the student and are fixed media (songs that are completely pre-recorded).\nSongs should be no longer than 4 minutes in length.\nA wide range of styles or genres of music are encouraged. Students are encouraged to submit any musical style or combination of musical styles.\nStudents will have no more than eight minutes of setup time and four minutes of take-down time for personal equipment.\n\nSubmission Process:\nNCMEA member teachers may nominate as many students as they wish. Each nomination must include the following: \n\nA video recording of a live performance or audio recording of their song.\nA brief description of the student’s musical experiences.\nThe online application will ask for: teacher name(s) and email(s)\, school name(s)\, principal name(s)\, email contacts\, song title\, listing of instrumentation and equipment used\, student name\, email\, school name\, year in school\, and uploaded video/audio files of the song.\n\nThe submission deadline is 5:00pm EST October 25\, 2025. Only applications completed by this time will be considered. Students whose works are selected for presentation at the annual NCMEA Professional Development Conference will be notified by October 30th.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/singer-songwriter-and-music-production-showcase-2025/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Popular Music,Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20251027T150411Z
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SUMMARY:NC Intercollegiate Honor Band
DESCRIPTION:2025 North Carolina Intercollegiate Honor Band\nNov. 9-10\, 2025 \nWinston-Salem\, NC\nGuest Clinician: Dr. Nicholas Williams \nDirector of Bands \nUniversity of Georgia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/nc-intercollegiate-honor-band-jazz-band/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Band,Collegiate,Jazz,Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251111
DTSTAMP:20251027T151005Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Symposium
DESCRIPTION:A One Day Symposium for High School Students Interested in the Music Education ProfessionMonday\, November 10\, 2025\nThe Young Professionals Symposium has a history of providing high school music students interested in Music Education specifically tailored sessions and experiences. \nParticipants for the Young Professionals Symposium will begin their day learning about their leadership style and how to advocate for music education. Young Professional students will then participate in specific sessions catered towards entering the music education profession\, including a conducting seminar\, interview tips and tricks from various NC music education professors\, and mock interviews with NC Music Education College Professors!
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/young-professionals-symposium/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Higher Education,NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T203000
DTSTAMP:20260223T165852Z
CREATED:20260223T165852Z
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SUMMARY:Praxis Practice - live virtual event
DESCRIPTION:Praxis Practice: Prepare to Pass! 2026 \nFebruary 24\, 2026 – 7:30-8:30pm EST \nCome learn about the Praxis II Music Content/Instruction Assessment\, and learn some practical tips and strategies geared toward preparing for and passing it! Dr. Tomisha Price-Brock has had exceptional success in supporting students preparing for this test.  \nTomisha Price-Brock serves as Director of University Bands at Johnson C. Smith University in Charlotte\, North Carolina\, and is the Owner/CEO of Prodigious Music Concepts\, LLC. She has held numerous roles in music education\, including the distinct honor of being the first female band director at Clark Atlanta University and in the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference. She is currently serving as President of the HBCU National Band and Orchestra Directors’ Consortium and serves as a Professional Development Specialist and a Teacher Licensure and Educational Consultant.  \nhttps://nafme.org/event/praxis-practice-prepare-to-pass-2026/
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/praxis-practice-live-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260223T193152Z
CREATED:20260223T193044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T193152Z
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Call for Proposals
DESCRIPTION:The Future Sounds Like This invites music educators to explore how today’s teaching shapes tomorrow’s musicians\, creators\, and listeners. \nThrough innovative pedagogy\, emerging technologies\, and evolving classroom practices\, this conference dives into where music education is headed—and how educators can lead that change with purpose and creativity. \nSessions will feature student-centered approaches that foster musical excellence\, cultural relevance\, and lifelong engagement. \nSubmission deadline: March 2\, 2026\, at 5:00 PM EST \nLearn more & submit: https://buff.ly/GkusB2T  \n#NCMEA #TheFutureSoundsLikeThis #MusicEducation #NAfME #MusicEd #MusicAdvocacy #DEIA
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/deadline-call-for-proposals/
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Research,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260307T120000
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SUMMARY:Orff Day at UNCW
DESCRIPTION:Orff Day at UNCW\nDirect link to register: https://ebill.uncw.edu/C20231_ustores/web/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCTID=1523&SINGLESTORE=true \n#orffschulwerk #professionaldevelopment #musiceducation #UNCW @uncwdeptofmusic @aosa1968 @cccaosa @ncmea @ncmea_elem
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/orff-day-at-uncw/
LOCATION:UNC Wilmington\, 601 S. College Road\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260327T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260328T170000
DTSTAMP:20260223T165401Z
CREATED:20260223T165334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T165401Z
UID:22157-1774598400-1774717200@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Music Praxis II Review Class
DESCRIPTION:Getting ready for the Music Praxis II (5114)?\nCampbell University is offering an intensive review class designed to help you pass with confidence! \nMarch 27: 4:00–9:00 PM\nMarch 28: 9:00 AM–4:00 PM \nMany in-service teachers have taken this class and overcome this challenge—now it’s your turn! \nRegistration Fee: $120\nSpace is limited! \nFor more information and the registration form\, contact:\nRan Whitley — whitley@campbell.edu \n#ncmea #nafme #TheFutureSoundsLikeThis #musiced #musiceducation #musicadvocacy #deia #PraxisII #CampbellUniversity #MusicTeachers
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/music-praxis-ii-review-class/
LOCATION:Campbell University\, 143 Main Street\, Buies Creek\, NC\, 27506
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260918T235900
DTSTAMP:20260814T205657Z
CREATED:20260729T201227Z
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SUMMARY:Young Professionals Symposium Applications Now Open
DESCRIPTION:A Two Day Symposium for High School Students Interested in the Music Education Profession\nSunday\, November 8 – Monday\, November 9\, 2026\n  \nThe Young Professionals Symposium has a history of providing high school music students interested in Music Education specifically tailored sessions and experiences. \nYPS APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS\nUp to 30 applicants are accepted and these individuals must meet these requirements: \n\nMust be in 11th or 12th Grade.\nMust be enrolled in a Music Course or Ensemble.\nSubmit a completed YPS Student Application Form by Friday\, September 18.(Include a 30-60 second video about your musical aspirations)\n\n  \nFor more information send an email to:
Joseph Girgenti\, YPS Chairyoung_professionals@ncmea.net
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/deadline-young-professionals-symposium/
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Girgenti":MAILTO:young_professionals@ncmea.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260731T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T160635Z
CREATED:20260424T155642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T160635Z
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SUMMARY:Middle School Choral Summer Mini Conference
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to be inspired\, energized\, and equipped with practical tools you can take straight back to your classroom! This year’s Middle School Choral Conference brings together engaging\, real-world sessions designed specifically for today’s choral educator—from building confident\, accurate singers to exploring fresh repertoire and innovative teaching strategies. Whether you’re looking for ready-to-use chorals for the first weeks of school\, ways to maximize student engagement\, or new perspectives like Southeast Asian choral music\, there is something here for everyone. Join a community of passionate educators\, share ideas\, and leave with resources\, connections\, and renewed excitement for your teaching. Don’t miss the opportunity to grow\, collaborate\, and make your choral program stronger than ever! \nThis event is FREE! \nIf you have questions\, please reach out to mschoral_chair@ncmea.net. \nDate and Time\nFri\, July 31\, 2026\n8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT  \nLocation\nCornerstone Charter Academy\n7800 Airport Center Drive\nGreensboro\, NC\, USA
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/middle-school-choral-summer-mini-conference/
LOCATION:Cornerstone Charter Academy\, 7800 Airport Center Dr\, Unit 401\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27409
CATEGORIES:Middle School Choral Events,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260815T005015Z
CREATED:20260730T185051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T005015Z
UID:22858-1786752000-1790899199@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:PD Conference Scholarships Open
DESCRIPTION:The Professional Development Conference Scholarship is intended to provide grant funding to NCMEA members attending the NCMEA Professional Development Conference for the first time. The purpose of this grant is to encourage membership in NCMEA and to encourage yearly participation in the NCMEA Professional Development Conference for the length of a career. \nThree scholarships will be awarded each year. The scholarship funds will cover the cost of conference registration and three nights in the conference hotel. The estimated value of each scholarship is $700. Individuals may receive the scholarship only once in their lifetime. \nThe scholarship is intended for NCMEA members who are first-time attendees to the NCMEA Professional Development Conference (does not include first-year teachers who are a part of the mentor program). The scholarship does not cover the cost of membership dues nor the cost of substitute teachers for the period of the conference. Preference will be given to teachers who are employed in a Title-I school or who provide evidence of strong institutional and/or personal financial need. \nAwardees will be asked to share a written reflection on what they learned at the conference and how they implemented it in their classroom. Reflections may be used by NCMEA in print or online communications.  \nApplication Requirements:\n\nApplicant must have current membership in NCMEA\nApplicant must be employed full time in a music teaching position in North Carolina\nApplication with a signature from current principal\nTwo letters of recommendation\n\nSelection Process:\n\nApplication process opens on August 15th of each year.\nApplication deadline is October 1st. \nA committee appointed by the NCMEA President and approved by the NCMEA Board of Directors will review applications for possible approval.\nThe Executive Director shall notify all applicants of their acceptance or rejection by October 15th.\n\nPD CONFERENCE SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/pd-conference-scholarships-open/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Scholarships
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260818T202446Z
CREATED:20260818T202446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T202446Z
UID:23055-1787011200-1791590399@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Collegiate Conference Scholarships Open
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA’s 2026 Collegiate Conference Scholarships will cover the cost of conference registration ($50) for up to 35 deserving Collegiate NAfME members with demonstrated financial need. Scholarship recipients are expected to participate in conference sessions for a minimum of two days and are encouraged to attend the Collegiate Business Meeting on Sunday\, November 8th at 4:00 PM.  \nAll collegiate members with financial need are welcome to apply; collegiate students who are first-time conference attendees will receive priority. Please note that this scholarship award does not cover NAfME/NCMEA Membership which is required to attend the conference. \nPlease visit https://nafme.org/join-renew/ to join or renew your membership before submitting your application. \n  \nAPPLICATION \n  \nApplication Requirements:\n\nCurrent collegiate member of NCMEA/NAfME.\nCurrently enrolled at a North Carolina higher education university/college.\nCommitted to attending at least two days of the 2026 conference.\nNo funds for cost of registration are available from either your university or Collegiate NAfME chapter.\nContact phone number for your C-NAfME chapter faculty advisor or a Music Education professor who knows you well is provided.\nStatement of financial need is included.\n\nSelection Process:\n\nApplications will be reviewed by the Collegiate Executive Board in the order in which they are received. Priority may be given to applicants attending the conference for the first time.\nApplication deadline is Friday October 9\, 2026 at 5 PM.\nAll awardees will be notified of the details regarding their scholarship no later than Monday\, October 12th. Scholarship recipients who have already registered for the conference will be refunded their registration fee.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/collegiate-conference-scholarships-open/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Collegiate,NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Scholarships
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T203000
DTSTAMP:20260729T195759Z
CREATED:20260729T195345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T195759Z
UID:22831-1787079600-1787085000@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Mentoring Kickoff 2026
DESCRIPTION:Early-career teachers: are you ready for a classroom full of students? \nVeteran teachers: are you interested in mentoring an early-career teacher this year? \nWe encourage you to attend the 2026 Mentoring Kickoff. Network with motivated peers\, explore best practices from experienced teachers\, and participate in Q&A to help you prepare for a successful start to your school year. \nFor veteran teachers\, we offer a “Mentoring 101” session to explore best practices in mentoring younger teachers.   \nFor early-career teachers\, topics include classroom management\, working with admin\, recruiting\, and open-ended Q&A with experienced music educators.   \nThe Mentoring Kickoff is Tuesday\, August 18th from 7 – 8:30 PM. Register at tinyurl.com/o29s1px.  \n@NCMEA @NAfME #TheFutureSoundsLikeThis #MusicEd #MusicEducation #MusicAdvocacy #DEIA
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/mentoring-kickoff-2026/
LOCATION:Online – Zoom
CATEGORIES:Professional Development,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTSTAMP:20260821T011150Z
CREATED:20260821T011150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T011150Z
UID:23096-1787270400-1792799999@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Collegiate Chapter of Excellence Recognition Award Now Open
DESCRIPTION:2026 NCMEA Collegiate Chapter of Excellence Recognition Award  \nNCMEA’s Collegiate Chapter of Excellence designation recognizes NAfME chapters for their contributions to NAfME Collegiate\, their college or university\, and/or their community. Awards are based on individual chapter accomplishments rather than on competition between chapters. Chapters of all sizes are encouraged to apply. NCMEA Recipients are recognized during the Collegiate Business meeting on Sunday\, November 8\, at 4:00 PM. \nFiling deadline: 5:00 PM Friday\, October 23\, 2026. \nFor more information visit Collegiate Chapter of Excellence Recognition Award. \n@collegiatencmea @NAfMECollegiateOfficial @NCMEA @NAfME #TheFutureSoundsLikeThis #NCMEACollegiate #NAfMECollegiateOfficial #MusicEd #MusicEducation #MusicAdvocacy #DEIA
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/collegiate-chapter-of-excellence-recognition-award-now-open/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:Awards,Collegiate,NCMEA Conference,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T235900
DTSTAMP:20260806T200444Z
CREATED:20260806T200444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T200444Z
UID:22905-1789426800-1789430340@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Research Presentation Submission Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The NCMEA Research Committee is pleased to announce calls for research posters and student research lightning talks to be presented at the 2026 NCMEA Professional Development Conference\, Nov. 7-10\, 2026 in Winston-Salem\, NC. \nResearch Poster Session\nResearchers selected for the poster session may create a typical research poster or alternative visual media that appropriately and effectively display information about the research. Posters and visual media will be available to all conference attendees during a dedicated research poster session at the conference. Researchers are expected to engage with attendees about their research during this dedicated hour. Complete instructions and specifications for posters and/or visuals will be sent to accepted presenters. \nThe committee invites research\, either completed or in progress\, that relates to teaching and learning music. Special consideration may be given to topics relating to social justice in/through music teaching and learning\, the conference theme\, or topics historically connected to music teaching and learning in North Carolina. \nStudent Research Lightning Talks\nThis session is an opportunity for student researchers (undergraduate-\, masters-\, or doctoral-level) to give an overview of and receive feedback on their current research that relates to teaching and learning music. Researchers selected for the session will have five to eight minutes to present a PechaKucha-style lightning talk on their research\, with an additional five minutes reserved for feedback and discussion with active faculty and researchers in music education. Research projects may be in-progress or recently completed. Presenters should be current music education students\, or those who have completed a degree program and research project within the past year. \nComplete instructions and specifications for presentations will be sent to accepted presenters. Applicants who are not accepted for a lightning talk may elect to have their project considered for the traditional research poster session. \nSubmission Information\nFor either a poster or lightning talk\, researchers should provide an abstract of no more than 500 words. The abstract should include the study title; description of the purpose of the research; summary of method\, data sources\, analysis\, results\, and implications. Studies can be in-progress\, but data collection must be complete at the time of the conference. Abstracts should be saved in a Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) document or PDF\, and must be emailed as an attachment to research_chair@ncmea.net with the subject line “NCMEA Research Submission.” In the body of the email\, please include the project title\, author(s)\, institutional affiliations\, email addresses\, and a contact phone number. \nFor lightning talk submissions\, please indicate whether you would like to be considered for the traditional poster session if you are not accepted for a lightning talk. \nAll projects\, abstracts\, and proposals must conform to the ethical research standards of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the NAfME Society for Research in Music Education. \nSubmission Deadline and Timeline for Acceptance\nSubmissions must be received by September 14\, 11:59 PM EDT. Authors will be notified of acceptance by September 30. \nInquiries about submissions and proposals should be directed to:\nNCMEA Research Chair\nresearch_chair@ncmea.net \n 
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/research-presentation-submission-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Higher Education,NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Research,Teacher Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260814T205604Z
CREATED:20260814T205604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T205604Z
UID:23025-1789689600-1789775999@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:YPS Applications Due
DESCRIPTION:  \nA Two Day Symposium for High School Students Interested in the Music Education Profession\nSunday\, November 8 – Monday\, November 9\, 2026\n  \nThe Young Professionals Symposium has a history of providing high school music students interested in Music Education specifically tailored sessions and experiences. \nDiscover Your Future in Music!\nJoin us for a two-day symposium designed for 11th and 12th grade students who are passionate about music and exploring careers in the field—especially music education. Connect with college faculty\, current students\, and music professionals through interactive sessions\, hands-on experiences\, and inspiring performances. Take the first step toward turning your passion for music into your future!  \nYPS APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS\nUp to 30 applicants are accepted and these individuals must meet these requirements: \n\nMust be in 11th or 12th Grade.\nMust be enrolled in a Music Course or Ensemble.\nSubmit a completed YPS Student Application Form by Friday\, September 18.(Include a 30-60 second video about your musical aspirations)\n\n  \nYPS SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE\nSunday\, November 8 \n12:30 PM   YPS Check-in \n1:00 PM    YPS Introductory Session \n2:00 PM    YPS Conference Site Tour & Exhibits \n3:00 PM    Building Your Leadership Repertoire \n4:00 PM    Session TBD \n5:00 PM    YPS Dinner & Guest Speaker \nMonday\, November 9 \n8:30 AM    NCMEA Keynote & Awards \n10:00 AM    YPS Visit Exhibits \n11:00 AM    Conducting Workshop \n12:00 PM    Lunch (Location TBD) \n1:00 PM    Pick Your Own Session (Options will be provided) \n2:00 PM    College Roundtable \n3:00 PM    Introduction to Instrumental Elementary Music \n4:00 PM    Life as a Music Education Major \n5:00 PM    YPS Closing Session \n  \nFor more information send an email to:
Joseph Girgenti\, YPS Chairyoung_professionals@ncmea.net
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/yps-applications-due/
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Teacher Education
ORGANIZER;CN="Joseph Girgenti":MAILTO:young_professionals@ncmea.net
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T210451Z
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SUMMARY:Comprehensive Arts Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the Fall Comprehensive Arts Education Conference\, Saturday\, September 26th at the PECK Expeditionary Learning School\, in Greensboro\, NC.  \nThis day-long conference serves as a statewide professional development opportunity for dance\, music\, theatre\, and visual arts educators\, district arts education leaders\, teaching artists\, arts integration specialists\, and pre-service teachers from across North Carolina working in K-12 programs\, independent studios\, performing arts organizations\, and higher education institutions.  \nThe mission of this conference is to support the three essential components of the North Carolina Comprehensive Arts Education Model: Arts Education\, Arts Integration\, and Arts Exposure. Sessions will be centered on the four K-12 Arts Education Standards core strands of Connect\, Create\, Present\, and Respond and aid to reinforce the 2024 standard course of study.  \nThis event is proudly supported by the North Carolina Music Educators Association. All conference participants will receive a boxed lunch and a NC CAEC tee shirt with registration. Stay tuned for a future bulletin for registration information later this month and be sure to look for future posts on Facebook and Instagram! \nREGISTER HERE FOR THE CONFERENCE  \n@NCMEA @ncmea_elem @ncmea_hschoral @ncmea_mschoral @collegiatencmea @ncmea_tri_m @ncartsed @ncartscouncil #TheFutureSoundsLikeThis #MusicEducation #MusicAdvocacy #DEIA
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/comprehensive-arts-education-conference-2/
LOCATION:Peck Expeditionary Learning School\, 1601 West Florida Street\, Greensboro\, NC\, 27403
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development,Research,Teacher Education
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260814T210129Z
CREATED:20260814T210129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T210129Z
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SUMMARY:PD Conference Scholarships Application Due
DESCRIPTION:The Professional Development Conference Scholarship is intended to provide grant funding to NCMEA members attending the NCMEA Professional Development Conference for the first time. The purpose of this grant is to encourage membership in NCMEA and to encourage yearly participation in the NCMEA Professional Development Conference for the length of a career. \nThree scholarships will be awarded each year. The scholarship funds will cover the cost of conference registration and three nights in the conference hotel. The estimated value of each scholarship is $700. Individuals may receive the scholarship only once in their lifetime. \nThe scholarship is intended for NCMEA members who are first-time attendees to the NCMEA Professional Development Conference (does not include first-year teachers who are a part of the mentor program). The scholarship does not cover the cost of membership dues nor the cost of substitute teachers for the period of the conference. Preference will be given to teachers who are employed in a Title-I school or who provide evidence of strong institutional and/or personal financial need. \nAwardees will be asked to share a written reflection on what they learned at the conference and how they implemented it in their classroom. Reflections may be used by NCMEA in print or online communications.  \nApplication Requirements:\n\nApplicant must have current membership in NCMEA\nApplicant must be employed full time in a music teaching position in North Carolina\nApplication with a signature from current principal\nTwo letters of recommendation\n\nSelection Process:\n\nApplication process opens on August 15th of each year.\nApplication deadline is October 1st. \nA committee appointed by the NCMEA President and approved by the NCMEA Board of Directors will review applications for possible approval.\nThe Executive Director shall notify all applicants of their acceptance or rejection by October 15th.\n\nAPPLICATIONS OPEN SATURDAY\, AUGUST 15\, 2026
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/pd-conference-scholarships-application-due/
LOCATION:online
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Scholarships
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261010
DTSTAMP:20260818T202726Z
CREATED:20260818T202726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T202726Z
UID:23057-1791504000-1791590399@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Collegiate Conference Scholarships Due
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA’s 2026 Collegiate Conference Scholarships will cover the cost of conference registration ($50) for up to 35 deserving Collegiate NAfME members with demonstrated financial need. Scholarship recipients are expected to participate in conference sessions for a minimum of two days and are encouraged to attend the Collegiate Business Meeting on Sunday\, November 8th at 4:00 PM.  \nAll collegiate members with financial need are welcome to apply; collegiate students who are first-time conference attendees will receive priority. Please note that this scholarship award does not cover NAfME/NCMEA Membership which is required to attend the conference. \nPlease visit https://nafme.org/join-renew/ to join or renew your membership before submitting your application. \n  \nAPPLICATION \n  \nApplication Requirements:\n\nCurrent collegiate member of NCMEA/NAfME.\nCurrently enrolled at a North Carolina higher education university/college.\nCommitted to attending at least two days of the 2026 conference.\nNo funds for cost of registration are available from either your university or Collegiate NAfME chapter.\nContact phone number for your C-NAfME chapter faculty advisor or a Music Education professor who knows you well is provided.\nStatement of financial need is included.\n\nSelection Process:\n\nApplications will be reviewed by the Collegiate Executive Board in the order in which they are received. Priority may be given to applicants attending the conference for the first time.\nApplication deadline is Friday October 9\, 2026 at 5 PM.\nAll awardees will be notified of the details regarding their scholarship no later than Monday\, October 12th. Scholarship recipients who have already registered for the conference will be refunded their registration fee.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/collegiate-conference-scholarships-due-2/
CATEGORIES:Collegiate,NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Scholarships
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