Proactive Advocacy

Proactive Advocacy

Proactive advocacy No matter your situation, building a foundation of support that underscores the value of your program is an important priority.  We know music programs often face scrutiny during budget cuts, shifts in curricular philosophy, leadership, or a...
Exploration in the Early Years

Exploration in the Early Years

Exploration in the Early Years   I’ve received a handful of questions about how I structure the early years music classes I teach.  Each school’s expectations have been different, but the one thing I have come to learn is that students thrive on...
Framework for PreK Lessons

Framework for PreK Lessons

Frameworks for Pre-K Lessons  Are you teaching Pre-K and looking for a bit of inspiration?  Maybe you’re looking for a B-12 shot of inspiration for this unique age group!  How might you frame your lesson with Preschoolers?  This age group needs a lot of variety in...
Project: Preschool

Project: Preschool

Pre-K students, ages 3-5, represent a unique part in a music teacher’s curriculum. Let’s say you have the pleasure of teaching this age group. In that case, you likely know that your lessons thrive on a variety of short singing and movement activities that...