IN Bethel Park Summer 2014 | Page 60

BETHEL PARK NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COMMUNITIES FOR MUSIC EDUCATION Before earning this title, districts were required to answer detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music and community music-making programs. Responses were verified by school officials It’s a safe bet that when the Bethel Park Music Department is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is the Bethel Park High and reviewed by The Institute School Black Hawk Marching Band, which has provided outstanding musical entertainment every Friday night in the fall during for Educational Research and football season. Public Service of Lawrence, he Bethel Park School District was recognized for its Kansas, which is an affiliate of the University of Kansas. outstanding commitment to music education with a Best “We are extremely proud of our music program,” said Communities for Music Education designation from the Superintendent Nancy Aloi Rose. “This award validates the National Association of Music Merchants’ NAMM Foundation. commitment of our district to providing a quality music program Bethel Park joins 376 school districts across the country which to enrich the lives of our students. received this prestigious distinction for 2014. “This designation is a tribute not only to our excellent Music Now in its 15th year, Best Communities for Music Education Education Staff, but also to our students for their participation, affirms those school districts that have demonstrated exceptional and to their paren