“Art is a nation’s most precious heritage. For it is in our works of art that we reveal to ourselves and to others the inner vision which guides us as a nation. And where there is no vision, the people perish.” ~ Lyndon Johnson, on signing into existence the National Endowment for the Arts
We’ve put together a couple more of the most popular tips from the Spotlight interviews. Watch Randy Greenwell and Matt James discuss their student leadership process and Tom Barker talk about why mentors and small victories are important. Randy Greenwell and Matt James Tip – Student Leadership Process Tom-Barker-Mentors & Small Victories
The skills gained through sequential music instruction, including discipline and the ability to analyze, solve problems, communicate and work cooperatively, are vital for success in the 21st century workplace. ~ U.S. House of Representatives, Concurrent Resolution 355, March 6, 2006
“In the push for quality math, science, technical, humanities, and other programs, please be sure that the arts are not ignored or pushed to one side. Provide your political support for the total curriculum. The arts enrich all of us.” ~ Dr. Richard Miller, Executive Director American Association of School Administrators
Hello Everyone! It’s almost golf outing time so I thought I would send everyone the details. We hope you are able to join us for golf and lunch at Golf Club of Indiana on the 15th of July. Location: Golf Club of Indiana 6905 S. 525 East Lebanon, IN 46052 Format: Scramble (Best Ball) Format Cost: $42 per person for golf, cart, lunch & beverages Your reservation and payment must be received by July 11th. (See registration below) Shotgun Start: 9:00 AM Lunch: Picnic lunch will be served following golf. Best Ball Format: We will use a scramble (best ball) format, so indicate your typical 18 hole score. (During registration) Competing Teams: Team assignments will be made by the host. To preserve the enjoyment and fairness of the competition, requests for specific team assignments will be considered, but not guaranteed. Non-Competing Teams: Those who prefer to put together their own foursomes are welcome to join us for golf and lunch. They will not, however, be allowed to compete in the tournament. All participants are eligible for individual contests/awards. Golf Club Rules: All players must ride. All players must wear a collared shirt. All players must wear soft golf spikes or tennis shoes.
“Teens indicate making music provides the freedom for teens to just be themselves; to be different; to be something they thought they could never be; to be comfortable and relaxed in school and elsewhere in their lives.” ~ Shehan Campbell, Patricia. Adolescents’ Expressed Meanings of Music In and Out of School
“I would say that music is the easiest means in which to express, but since words are my talent, I must try to express clumsily in words what the pure music would have done better.” ~ William Faulkner
Josh Weirich and Chris Murray talked with us recently about how they built the program at Zionsville Middle School, a special piece commissioned in honor of a student and their recruiting process. We hope you enjoy these tips from Josh and Chris. Building A Program Commissioned Piece For A Student Recruiting Process
“I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.” ~ Plato
Majorities of parents whose children are involved in music classes also credit music education for making them happier, more focused, more selfdisciplined, stronger academically and more helpful. ~ NAMM Foundation and Grunwald Associates LLC (2015). Striking a Chord: The Public’s Hopes and Beliefs for K–12 Music Education in the United States: 2015.
This week’s Director Spotlight is on Mr Josh Weirich and Mr. Chris Murray, directors at Zionsville Middle School. Josh and Chris have built a great middle school program at Zionsville. We hope you enjoy this edition of The Director Spotlight!
Children who study a musical instrument are more likely to excel in all of their studies, work better in teams, have enhanced critical thinking skills, stay in school, and pursue further education. ~ Arte Music Academy. “Statistical benefits of music in education.” Statistical-Benefits-Of-Music-In-Education. Accessed July 17, 2014.
With music in schools, students connect to each other better— greater camaraderie, fewer fights, less racism and reduced use of hurtful sarcasm. ~ Jensen, E., Arts With the Brain In Mind, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, 2001
As we begin to wrap up the school, we thought you might enjoy a couple of tips from our previous Spotlight interviews with Jay Webb, Jeff Frizzi and Bethany Robinson. All three tips are some of the most watched from earlier this year. If you have suggestions on topics you would like us to cover, please feel free to let me know. Hope you enjoy these tips from the pros! Have a great day! Jeff Frizzi: Veteran Teachers Jay Webb: Building Culture Bethany Robinson: Warm Up Idea
“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing, and arithmetic…music, dance, painting, and theater are all keys that unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.” ~ ~ William Bennett, Former US Secretary of Education
Two-thirds (66%) of Americans say that music education prepares someone to manage the tasks of their job more successfully. ~ The Harris Poll®, July 2014
Joe Vrabec provides us with some great advice on teaching band as a young director and a great tip for future retirees. Check out Joe’s tips below! If You Start It, Keep It & Don’t Be Afraid Of A Small School Tips For Veterans
“I would teach children music, physics, and philosophy; but most importantly music, for the patterns in music and all the arts are the keys to learning.” ~ Plato
“Arts education aids students in skills needed in the workplace: flexibility, the ability to solve problems and communicate, the ability to learn new skills, to be creative and innovative, and to strive for excellence.” ~ Joseph M. Calahan, Director of Cooperate Communications, Xerox Corporation
“The rapidly evolving global economy demands a dynamic and creative workforce. The arts and its related businesses are responsible for billions of dollars in cultural exports for this country. It is imperative that we continue to support the arts and arts education both on the national and local levels. The strength of every democracy is measured by its commitment to the arts.” ~ Charles Segars, CEO of Ovation
