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MusicFriends Newsletter, November 2005
Music Quote of the Month
| "I believe every child benefits from arts education. I think the arts are something that bridge the differences in our society. Arts create a place where people can touch each other's lives across racial, gender, political, all kinds of lines. It enlightens our lives. It's an extraordinary, positive ingredient. While I ended up as a CEO of a major investment company, I started as the 21st clarinet in my school's band. I know this is a critical issue right now as the No Child Left Behind Act standards are being implemented and I will work with art advocates to ensure that the state's current arts content standards are implemented." |
| ~New Jersey Governor-elect and former high school band president, Jon Corzine, Source: ArtPRIDE Interview |
Music Booster Tip
Mary from Vallejo, California suggests holding a party and silent auction as a booster fundraiser. One party and auction she held raised over $1,300. Thanks Mary for the great tip!
If you have a music booster tip to share, please send it to MusicFriends to be included in the next newsletter.
National Anthem Project Update
Over 1,900 schools have applied to become a National Anthem Project All Star School! Sign up your school!
Schools have begun National Anthem Project performances at NBA games across the country.
50-State Road Show to kick off in 2006! Coming to a city near you!
For Music Students
2006 ALL-USA HIGH SCHOOL MUSICIANS - Do you know a high school student who excels not only academically, but musically as well? If so, now is the time to apply to become a 2006 All-USA High School Musician. Students who demonstrate exceptional music skills and academic achievement, as well as exemplary leadership in their school and community, are eligible.
For the first time, this program will now recognize students in any of their school's musical ensembles, whether band, choir, or orchestra. In addition to being selected as one of the top 100 musicians and student leaders in the country, a select few will also receive small scholarships. Find out more about the 2006 All-USA High School Musicians!
For Your Music Teacher
Sign up new MusicFriends at your holiday concerts! Use a clipboard and pass around this mass sign-up sheet or have your music teacher email for free MusicFriends brochures to include in programs or at the front door of concerts.
Music Education in the News
Thanks to Large Donation, Yale Makes School Music Free
As Music Fades in Schools, a Few Play On
Every State Left Behind
High Tech Music Programs a Big Hit
Advocacy News, Action, and Alerts
HONOR A MUSIC TEACHER -- Designating a Lowell Mason Fellow is an ideal way to recognize an outstanding teacher for his or her impact on a person or community. This high honor is achieved through the $1,000 donation made in the name of each prospective Fellow. These charitable donations support future generations of music educators and may be made by individuals or groups – booster clubs, supportive parents, corporations, universities, foundations, student organizations, etc. – who feel that a candidate has made important contributions to music education. For more information, or to view the list of Fellows, visit the web site. Deadline: December 30.
20 percent of school districts report that they have reduced music and arts classes to make more time for reading and math as a result of No Child Left Behind. This news comes out of a survey of school districts to find if NCLB has resulted in a narrowing of subjects. This interesting survey summary may be useful in your advocacy efforts.
MusicFriends Supporters
Potbelly Sandwich Works, a MusicFriends supporter, is holding a Food Drive on Tuesday, November 15th at all of their stores. If you bring in at least 3 non-perishable food items, they will give you a coupon for a FREE sandwich. All food collected will be given to America's Second Harvest affiliated food banks.
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