RIF Notices
Share news about your district’s recent decisions in distributing RIF notices to music teachers. It is feared that many of these notifications were made to play up the passing of Proposition 100. Be strong, Arizona Music Teachers!
Parents Speak Out
Parents, you are one of our most prominent voices as we advocate for school music programs across Arizona. Share with us your thoughts, ideas and needs as we take this plight together. Let’s keep music alive and flourishing in Arizona!
21
02 2010
Things are Heating Up Across the State
As the tensions of budget cuts flood across the state, share with us factual accounts of your district’s proposed cuts. Give us ideas of what is working in your building or district to make a strong stance for arts education. How can others learn from your triumphs?
26
01 2010
AMEA Conference Wrap Up
Tell us what you found beneficial about AMEA’s advocacy efforts at the organization’s annual in-service conference. Did you visit the Accent on Advocacy booth? What did you gain from the advocacy sessions featuring nationally lauded music advocate Bob Morrison, Barbara Geer – MENC President, and the AMEA Advocacy Committee? If you did not complete a blue information card, please visit the “Join Us” page and complete the form to become a member of our Accent on Advocacy Action Team. It’s time to take action! Get involved today!
10
01 2010
How’s Your Music Program Surviving?
As we prepare for further cuts to Arizona’s educational programs, take this opportunity to describe how your music program is handling the situation. What course of action has been taken to combat pending budgetary reductions or even possible elimination of your school’s music programs?
