Registration for the 2020 Wisconsin State Virtual Music Conference, October 25-30 has begun! Join us during the late afternoon and evening for a week of timely and engaging sessions, networking, and an opportunity to check out the online exhibitor booths! All registrants will be able to attend the conference “live” or watch a replay of the sessions. Feature social events include a networking mixer, an evening “Live at the Piano Bar,” WSMA State Honors Project Virtual Concert and “online reception,” and even college receptions.
News of Note
WMEA Receives NAfME 2020 Excellence in Advocacy Award
The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) has awarded the Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA) the 2020 Excellence in Advocacy Award in recognition of their efforts advocating for music education. NAfME President and Board Chair Dr. Mackie V. Spradley presented the award during the NAfME National Leadership Assembly, conducted virtually in June. Full article>>
Introducing the Early Career Music Teacher Collaboration Project
The Early Career Music Teacher Collaboration (ECMTE) Project is the new mentoring program for the state of Wisconsin. The goals for this program are to support early career music teachers as they acclimate to new teaching environments and help them build a professional network. By sharing information and resources, both early career teachers and more experienced teachers will all benefit from ideas shared in these unprecedented times. During 2020-21, project participants will meet virtually as a large group 4 – 5 times.. The first meeting will be a networking mixer; participants will then break into smaller groups by region, by teaching level, and finally by specialty area. To participate, sign up as a mentor or a mentee by filling out the appropriate form below:
Professional Resources
WMEA Online Learning Resources
WMEA & WSMA have developed a new Digital Learning Resources tool to support educators with a comprehensive list of known software and cloud-based resources to engage students online. Thank you to Anthony Cao, Eric Anderson, and Vickie Donahue … [Read More...]
WMEA Advocacy Assistance Team
Do you have an immediate advocacy issue at your school? Is your administration suggesting potential cuts or reductions that would affect your students? An Advocacy Assistance Team has been established by WMEA to help suggest strategies, present … [Read More...]
WMEA Wisconsin Music Standards
WMEA Wisconsin Music Standards
Created and designed by professional music educators, the WMEA Wisconsin Music Standards have both depth and breadth, speak to the forward-thinking nature of music education in our state, connect to the National Music Standards, and provide practical … [Read More...]
Wisconsin State Virtual Music Conference
Conference News
Save the Dates!
2020 Wisconsin State Virtual Music Conference
October 25 – October 31 (tentative)
More Information to Come!
