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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/
LOCATION:NC
CATEGORIES:NCMEA Conference,Professional Development,Teacher Education
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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 $600. 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\n 
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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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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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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SUMMARY:2026 Professional Development Conference
DESCRIPTION:2026 Professional Development Conference November 7-10Benton Convention CenterWinston-Salem\, NC\n“The Future Sounds Like This”\nThe Future Sounds Like This invites music educators to explore how today’s teaching shapes tomorrow’s musicians\, creators\, and listeners. Through innovative pedagogy\, emerging technologies\, and evolving classroom practices\, the conference examines where music education is headed and how educators can lead that change with purpose and creativity. Sessions will highlight student-centered approaches that foster musical excellence\, cultural relevance\, and lifelong engagement. Together\, we will imagine—and actively build—a future in which music education empowers every student to find their voice and contribute meaningfully to the world through sound. \n 
URL:https://www.ncmea.net/event/2026-professional-development-conference/
LOCATION:Benton Convention Center\, 301 W Fifth St\, Winston-Salem\, NC\, 27101\, United States
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