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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: Call for Proposals 2025
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA invites session proposals to be submitted for consideration for the 2025 NCMEA Professional Development Conference in Winston-Salem\, NC on November 8-11\, 2025. Conference participants come from all educational levels and include K-12 students and teachers\, pre-service collegiates\, and higher education faculty in the fields of general music\, band\, chorus\, jazz\, orchestra\, guitar\, piano\, popular music\, and music technology. \nWe invite proposals that cultivate a vision of music education that is inclusive\, collaborative\, and expansive\, keeping in mind the ideals set forth by NCMEA’s strategic framework: \n\nReflect diversity in our profession and represent the wide and changing spectrum of our population. This representation may include various cultures\, abilities\, economic backgrounds\, and gender identities;\nDevelop leadership to advocate for music education in the classroom\, in school programs\, and in the community and represent current trends in education policy at the local\, state\, and federal level;\nProvide opportunities for all students to create\, perform\, respond\, and connect to various styles of music;\nEnhance music teaching through combining effective and dynamic new practices with proven strategies.\n\nThe deadline for submission is February 28\, 2025 at 11:59pm EST. Incomplete proposals will not be considered.\nNCMEA Section and Committee Chairs will review and invite speakers/clinicians to present at Conference. All submitters will be notified of the status of their proposals in April 2025.\n \nSUBMIT CONFERENCE PROPOSALS HERE  \n#ncmea\n#beyondthenotes\n#shapingourfuture\n#nafme\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/deadline-call-for-proposals-2025/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250131
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250201
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
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SUMMARY:DEADLINE: J.W. Pepper’s 150th Anniversary Scholarship Program
DESCRIPTION:J.W. Pepper’s 150th Anniversary Scholarship Program\nApplications close January 31\, 2025\nOne recipient will be chosen from each state\, Washington D.C.\, and the U.S. territories\n52 Scholarships\, countless futures.\n$3\,000 each\, with $10\,000 for the top scholar!\nJ.W. Pepper is turning 150\, and we can think of no better way to celebrate than by empowering students across the U.S. to teach music. Our landmark scholarship program awards 52 scholarships for students entering their first year of college as a music education major. $3\,000 scholarships will be awarded to one student recipient from each state\, plus a student from Washington\, D.C.\, and another for a student from the U.S. territories. The top scholar of all 52 recipients will be awarded a $10\,000 scholarship! The scholarship recipients must be entering their first year as a full-time student majoring in music education in the Fall 2025 semester. \nWe aim to help aspiring students pursue their dream of becoming music educators. We invite music students from every corner of the U.S. to participate in this extraordinary opportunity. \nScholarships will be paid to the recipient’s college for the fall semester 2025. Applications are open now through January 31\, 2025. \nApply Now\nhttps://learnmore.scholarsapply.org/jwpepper/\n  \nQuestions about the application process can be directed to: jwpepper@scholarshipamerica.org
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/deadline-j-w-peppers-150th-anniversary-scholarship-program/
CATEGORIES:Collegiate,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
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SUMMARY:IVfME Webinar: Grant Writing 102
DESCRIPTION:Grant Writing 102: Writing Persuasive Proposals and Budgets\nNovember 16\, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM \nPresenter: Dr. LaSaundra Belcher \nBuilding on insights from our previous grant writing webinar\, Grant Writing 101 – From Idea to Application this session will equip music educators with the skills to craft compelling grant proposals and precise budgets.  \nParticipants will learn how to develop a persuasive project narrative\, create an itemized budget\, and articulate a powerful impact statement. By the end of this interactive session\, attendees will be empowered to transform their draft outlines into polished applications ready for submission. \nUse this link to Register for the Webinar.\nFor more information on this and other IVfME Webinars\, visit the IVfME Committee page.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/ivfme-webinar-grant-writing-102/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awards,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241111T100000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20241011T181804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T210750Z
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SUMMARY:Keynote Speaker: Coty Raven Morris
DESCRIPTION:Discovering Our Inner Superhero: Bringing Your Authentic Self to Your Class and Community\n  \nKeynote Speaker: Coty Raven Morris  \n  \nMonday\, Nov. 11\, 9:00 AM\nSalem Hall 2\n  \nTeachers are truly earth’s greatest heroes. But all heroes have origin stories and flaws. Lost classroom hours can make us feel a push to make up for intellectual time\, leaving the emotional\, physical\, and spiritual wellness of our students neglected. It’s imperative that we cater to the whole child when building upon skills and rebuilding classroom culture. Join Coty Raven Morris for a morning of tools and treasures for keeping our inner hero ready for action!
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/keynote-speaker-coty-raven-morris/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241110T095000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20241011T181610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T210209Z
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SUMMARY:Mentoring Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:Mentoring Breakfast\nSunday\, Nov. 10\, 8:00-9:50 AM \nMarriott Bethabara Event Room\, Second Level \nSponsored by Yamaha
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/mentoring-breakfast/
LOCATION:Winston-Salem Marriott\, 425 North Cherry Street\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241109
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241113
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
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SUMMARY:NCMEA Professional Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:2024 Professional Development Conference November 9-12Benton Convention CenterWinston-Salem\, NC\n \nLetter for School Administrators\nNCMEA Code of Conduct\nOther Important Links\nProfessional Development Conference ScholarshipsYoung Professionals SymposiumIntercollegiate Honor EnsemblesConference ScheduleConference RegistrationHotel ReservationsExhibitor Information & RegistrationVisit Winston-Salem \n\nFuture Conference Dates\nNovember 8-11\, 2025November 7-10\, 2026November 6-9\, 2027 
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/ncmea-professional-development-conference-2/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20241008T224242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T224242Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Presenting Native American Music
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA’s IVfME Webinar Series\nPresenting Native American Music to Various Ages In Music Education\nOctober 19\, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM\nPresenter: Michelle McCauley\, M.M.E.  \nLearn the keys to presenting Native American music to various ages in music education. Know when to present Native American music\, song\, books\, videos\, etc.\, comfortably and accurately. Discover reliable Native American resources and use them immediately.  \nRegistration Link: https://buff.ly/3MZxEUp.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/webinar-presenting-native-american-music/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241012
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20241001T174302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T174302Z
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SUMMARY:PD Scholarship Applications - Deadline Extended
DESCRIPTION:From now until October 11\, NCMEA is accepting applications for the Professional Development Conference Scholarships. Intended to support NCMEA members attending the NCMEA Professional Development Conference for the first time\, the funds cover the cost of conference registration and three nights in the conference hotel.  \nFor more information visit: https://www.ncmea.net/ncmea-conference/professional-development-conference-scholarships/. \n#ncmea#puttingthepiecestogether#nafme#musiced#musiceducation#musicadvocacy#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/pd-scholarship-applications-deadline-extended/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240927T173818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240927T173818Z
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SUMMARY:NAfME Guitar Council Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Town Hall-NAfME Council for Guitar Education\nSeptember 30\, 2024\n7:00–8:00 PM ET \nJoin the members of the NAfME Guitar Council as we personally answer your pedagogical guitar questions. We will have different breakout rooms to specifically address your needs in the classroom!  \nThis town hall is live only and will not be recorded. \nRegister now HERE.  \nThe Council wants to hear from you! Please take this short pre-event survey before the town hall.  \n#ncmea#puttingthepiecestogether#nafme#musiced#musiceducation#musicadvocacy#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/nafme-guitar-council-town-hall/
CATEGORIES:Popular Music,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T163000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240913T235753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T002618Z
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SUMMARY:Unpacking the Standards Webinar Series\, Part 1 Common Framework
DESCRIPTION:Signup for Unpacking the Standards Webinar Series\nBe sure not to miss any of the Unpacking the K-12 Arts Education Standards Webinars that will take a deeper look into the objectives for each of the artistic process strands and additional unpacking resources in support of the objectives for K-12 Dance\, Music\, Theatre\, and Visual Arts. \nThe first webinar is THIS TUESDAY\, SEPTEMBER 17th! \nRegister here for Common Framework:\nCommon Framework | Tuesday | September 17    \n  \n  \n#SettingTheStandard \n#NCMEA \n#ncpublicschools \n#nafme \n#puttingthepiecestogether \n#musiced \n#musiceducation \n#musicadvocacy \n#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/unpacking-the-standards-webinar-series-part-1-common-framework/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240905T210321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T225123Z
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SUMMARY:IVfME Webinar - Universal Design for Learning for Inclusive Music Classrooms
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA’s IVfME Webinar Series \nUniversal Design for Learning for Inclusive Music Classrooms \nSeptember 14\, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM\nPresenter: Dr. Amanda Draper \nThis session will provide an overview of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in music education. Dr. Draper will present a rationale for expansive music education spaces and ways to use the UDL framework in practice to remove barriers to musical participation for students of all abilities. \nRegistration Link: \nhttps://buff.ly/3XnBPzz
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/ivfme-webinar-universal-design-for-learning-for-inclusive-music-classrooms/
CATEGORIES:IVfME,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240805T230053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T230152Z
UID:19181-1725696000-1725728400@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:NC Comprehensive Arts Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:This day-long conference serves as a statewide professional development opportunity for 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 is to support the three essential components of the North Carolina Comprehensive Arts Education Model: Arts Education\, Arts Integration\, and Arts Exposure. \nSessions will be centered on the four K-12 Arts Education Standards core strands of Connect\, Create\, Present\, and Respond.  \nLearn more and sign up today –  go.ncdpi.gov/CAEC-24Reg. Registration deadline is Aug. 30. \n#ncpublicschools\n#puttingthepiecestogether\n#musiced\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/nc-comprehensive-arts-education-conference/
LOCATION:Meredith College\, 3800 Hillsborough St\, Raleigh\, NC\, 27607
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240708T213311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T213311Z
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SUMMARY:New Teacher Bootcamp - Workshop 2
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced teachers as they share their best practices for success in music education. Workshop materials are designed for teachers with fewer than 5 years of experience but ALL teachers are welcome to join these FREE presentations! \nThe workshops are scheduled to run from 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/new-teacher-bootcamp-workshop-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240729T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20240708T213108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T213108Z
UID:19067-1722268800-1722276000@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:New Teacher Bootcamp - Workshop 1
DESCRIPTION:Join experienced teachers as they share their best practices for success in music education. Workshop materials are designed for teachers with fewer than 5 years of experience but ALL teachers are welcome to join these FREE presentations! \nThe workshops are scheduled to run from 04:00 PM – 06:00 PM.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/new-teacher-bootcamp-workshop-1/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203326
CREATED:20231018T185738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T185738Z
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SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-8/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T211500
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240508T224122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T224122Z
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SUMMARY:NAfME Town Hall - AI Won't Replace You
DESCRIPTION:A NAfME Town Hall on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Music Education: What It Is and Why It Won’t Replace You\nMay 20\, 2024\n8:00 pm – 9:15 pm (ET)\nUse of AI is accelerating at an unprecedented pace\, with growing complexity\, impacting every field and profession\, and all levels and content areas of music education. Join NAfME elected leaders and members of NAfME’s AI Task Force for an interactive town hall focused on AI and music education. Meet members of the AI Task Force and learn from their insights on AI and music education\, what AI is\, and why it won’t replace you. \nThis town hall will include a panel discussion\, a short presentation on why AI won’t replace you\, and a breakout room discussion opportunity facilitated by AI Task Force members. Breakout discussion sessions will focus on AI and music education for different levels\, including higher education (and administration)\, collegiate\, secondary school\, and elementary school. \nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/nafme-town-hall-ai-wont-replace-you/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T185616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T185616Z
UID:17683-1713900600-1713904200@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-7/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240411T162347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T162347Z
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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: From Folk Song to Choral Literature
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about the evolution of Latin American music with Dr. Diana V. Sáez\, the Director of Choral Activities at Towson University in Baltimore\, Maryland. The music of Latin America is the product of many cultures mostly Native American\, Spanish\, and African. When the elements of these cultures combined\, they created new forms of music such as cumbia\, merengue and salsa. In this fun and interactive session\, we will listen\, sing\, and learn some of these songs arranged for choirs of all levels. \nApr 13\, 2024 10:00 AM \nREGISTER HERE FOR THE WEBINAR  \nDr. Diana V. Sáez is the Director of Choral Activities at Towson University in Baltimore\, Maryland\, directing the University Chorale\, Treble Voices\, and Choral Society. Prior to this appointment\, Dr. Sáez served as Visiting Choir Director at Knox College in Galesburg\, Illinois and Visiting Choir Conductor at McDaniel College in Westminster\, Maryland. Dr. Sáez also directed the Catholic University Women’s Choir for six years and served as artistic director of the World Bank-IMF Chorus for sixteen years. \n#ncmea\n#nafme\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia \n#puttingthepiecestogether
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/webinar-from-folk-song-to-choral-literature/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,IVfME,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240413T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240411T161833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T161833Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Educators Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:NCMEA RURAL EDUCATORS VIRTUAL CONFERENCE (Free!)\nSaturday\, April 139:00 AM – 12:00 PM EDT\n \nJoin us for an exploration and celebration of music education in rural settings. All are welcome including rural music teachers\, district arts ed leaders\, music education faculty and collegiate students. Participants can earn 3 PD hours! \nRegister: \nhttps://buff.ly/4aJxavJ \n#ncmea\n#nafme\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia \n#puttingthepiecestogether
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/rural-educators-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240322
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240324
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240112T164937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240112T164937Z
UID:18154-1711065600-1711238399@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Praxis II Review Weekend at Campbell University
DESCRIPTION:OPEN TO ALL \nRan Whitley offers a Praxis II review weekend on Friday\, March 22\, 4:00-9:000 PM and Saturday\, March 23\, 9:00 AM-4:00 PM at Campbell University.  \nWhitley took the test himself and he was surprised at the amount of material not covered by an undergraduate music education degree. This review addresses those areas. He says\, “It has been very helpful getting our students\, as well as others\, over the bar.” \nFor more details\, contact Ran Whitley at whitley@campbell.edu. \nDid you know TeachNC provides reimbursements for licensing exam costs and study materials? Requests can be submitted at https://ontch.org/TeacherTestPrep.  \n@teachncorg\n@cambelledu\n#praxisII\n#ncmea\n#nafme\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/praxis-ii-review-weekend-at-campbell-university/
LOCATION:Campbell University\, 143 Main Street\, Buies Creek\, NC\, 27506
CATEGORIES:Collegiate,Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Ran Whitley":MAILTO:whitley@campbell.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T185453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T185453Z
UID:17681-1710876600-1710880200@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-6/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240302
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240201T165943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T170445Z
UID:18293-1709251200-1709337599@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Grant & Scholarship Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:2024 SCHOLARSHIP AND GRANT OPPORTUNITIES\nAll deadlines March 1\nFor complete guidelines and application/nomination forms\, visit https://ncmea.submittable.com/submit. \nDetails can also be found on the NCMEA website under Grants & Scholarships.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/grant-scholarship-application-deadline/
CATEGORIES:Collegiate,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240220T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T185324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T185324Z
UID:17679-1708457400-1708461000@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-5/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240203
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240204
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231019T165425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T200309Z
UID:17695-1706918400-1707004799@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:SoundForge: A Popular Music Collective
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a rock ensemble or students who are interested in playing popular music in a rock band? Are you looking for opportunities to support their musical growth outside the school? This year\, NCMEA will be sponsoring a new event called “SoundForge: A Popular Music Collective.” SoundForge is a youth-based popular music collective that offers a unique opportunity for aspiring musicians to showcase their original music. \nThe event will include hands-on experiences for musicians to work alongside experienced singer/songwriters and learn how to shape their original sound. Attendees will perform their music in front of an enthusiastic audience\, while also experiencing clinics where they will receive an opportunity to learn technical and songwriting skills from singer/songwriters! The experience provides an immersive opportunity for young musicians to develop their talents and gain valuable insights into the music industry. Any popular music groups are encouraged to apply. \nThe event will be hosted at the University of North Carolina Wilmington on February 3rd\, 2024. Cost is $150 per school. Any questions about the event can be sent to Jonathan Kladder\, kadderj@uncw.edu. \nPlease consider sending your application by clicking on the registration link below! \nSOUNDFORGE REGISTRATION  \nDay/Schedule:\n\n8:00 am – full team arrives with student workers to assure all equipment is setup\, on\, and functioning\n9:00 am – singer/songwriter clinicians arrive\n9:30 am – students and directors arrive\n10:00 – 12:00 p.m. – 3 clinics run simultaneously\n12:00 – 1:00 – break for food\n1:00 – 3:00 – 3 same clinics run simultaneously\n3:00- 4:00 – break/campus tour\n5:30 – curtain for rock show\n5:30 – 6:00 – rock show\n6:00 – pack up and dismiss
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/soundforge-a-popular-music-collective/
LOCATION:UNC Wilmington\, 601 S. College Road\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28403
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jonathan Kladder":MAILTO:kadderj@uncw.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T185207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T185207Z
UID:17677-1706038200-1706041800@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-4/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20240108T200616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T213552Z
UID:18109-1705521600-1705525200@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Town Hall: Embracing & Influencing Change in Small School Music Programs
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, January 17\, 2024\, 8:00–9:00 PM ET \n\nTown Hall: Embracing and Influencing Change in Small School Music Programs\nJoin members of NAfME’s Small Schools Initiative Task Force\, invited speakers\, and fellow small school music educators from throughout the United States for an interactive town hall focused on examining\, embracing\, and influencing change in small school programs. The format of this event will include sharing practical ideas for strengthening your program\, a breakout room discussion opportunity\, and a panel discussion with researchers sharing their insights on trends\, policies\, opportunities\, and practices impacting small schools. The presenters will share examples and key factors for building sustainable music programs in small schools and provide guidance on how music teachers can provide quality music education in small schools today and into the future. \nPresenter Daniel Johnson\, (second from left) is a professor at the University of North Carolina Wilmington\, where he coordinates undergraduate and graduate studies in music education. He is also the lead facilitator of our Rural Educators PLC (the project funded by the CMA Foundation grant). \nREGISTER HERE FOR THE TOWN HALL  \nNAfME presents this live virtual event at no charge to all as a service to the music education profession. To register\, you must enter your NAfME member information or create a nonmember account. After registering\, check your email for instructions. A recording of this program will be available to all registrants for one week following the live event. Members can also view archived NAfME webinars in the NAfME Academy. The views expressed are those of the presenter; they do not necessarily reflect the views of NAfME. \n#ncmea\n#nafme\n#musiceducation\n#musicadvocacy\n#deia
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/town-hall-embracing-influencing-change-in-small-school-music-programs/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T184930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T184930Z
UID:17675-1702409400-1702413000@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-3/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmea.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/NCMEA-Mentoring-Program-Teachers-Lounge-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T203000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231018T184812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T184812Z
UID:17673-1701199800-1701203400@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Teacher's Lounge
DESCRIPTION:Email Carol Earnhardt at mentoring_program@ncmea.net for the link to the next Zoom meeting and join a group of master teachers to discuss topics related to music education.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/teachers-lounge-2/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ncmea.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/NCMEA-Mentoring-Program-Teachers-Lounge-1.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231110T171454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231110T171454Z
UID:17753-1700301600-1700308800@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Grant Writing 101 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:What is one thing that all music programs have in common? You guessed it…we all need funding! Grant funds can be used for a variety of needs including professional development\, equipment for your students\, and hiring teaching staff for community music programs. This interactive session gives Music Educators the information needed to create a persuasive project narrative\, itemized budget\, and impact statement. Attendees will be encouraged to transform their draft outline into submitted applications for existing or future projects. \nPresented by Dr. LaSaundra BoothSaturday\, November 18\n10AM-12PM EDT \nFREE and open to everyone\, but advance registration is required. \nParticipants will be eligible to receive a certificate for CEU credit hours. \nNCMEA membership is NOT required\, so please share widely!
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/grant-writing-101-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,IVfME,Professional Development
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231113
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231114
DTSTAMP:20260603T203327
CREATED:20231013T132603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T133718Z
UID:17645-1699833600-1699919999@www.ncmea.net
SUMMARY:Connected Arts Network Project
DESCRIPTION:Call for Applications\nNAfME is looking for 150 music educators to be teacher leaders as part of the Connected Arts Network project. The deadline to apply is November 13.  \nYou can learn more about the Connected Arts Network or “CAN” Grant and its connections to student learning here. It is so important for our members to know about this opportunity to be involved in this transformative work if possible.
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/connected-arts-network-project/
CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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