In early 2025, the Trump administration enacted a series of sweeping tariffs designed to recalibrate U.S. trade relationships and stimulate domestic manufacturing. While positioned as an economic safeguard, these tariffs are having a direct and measurable impact on K-12 schools, especially in the performing arts. Letters were sent through WSMA on May 23, 2025 to school administrators/business office personnel and music educators >> Read more hereQuarterly updates will be sent in September, November, February and April to ensure school leaders have key information on this topic to support our students and music educators with their classroom needs. Looking for actionable steps at the classroom and school level? On September 2, WMEA will release information to support our music educators as they navigate.
