Your Association . Your Profession . Your Voice .
IT ’ S A NEW ERA
IN EDUCATION
What does that mean for you as a music educator ?
Music advocates have begun the hard work of ensuring the Every Student Succeeds Act ( ESSA ) is properly implemented across the country . With music included as part of a wellrounded education , now more than ever , your voice and expertise as a music educator is critical .
NAfME is here to help you make a strong case for music education under ESSA .
“ Everything ESSA ”
Visit bit . ly / NCLBends for all the resources you need to understand ESSA and take action to ensure implementation includes music at the state level . NAfME ’ s Toolkits include :
• ESSA in Plain English : What It Means for You : Learn more about this historical law and see our detailed FAQ that features questions asked by music educators just like you .
• ESSA Implementation Toolkit : This thorough resource links your program with admissible provisions in ESSA so you can make your case for your program where you work .
• NAfME Field Guide to State Lobbying : This document explains the ins and outs of what you can do to lobby at the state level .
Webinars
At bit . ly / NCLBends , you can receive recognition for professional development valued at one contact hour for watching these webinars :
• ESSA Passage and Next Steps
• Title IV , Opportunities to Learn , and You !
• Federal Funding Facts
Grassroots Action Center Right now , you can make your voice heard on Capitol Hill . At bit . ly / NAfMEgrassroots , you can :
• Support music education in federal education policy
• Be involved with the legislative process
• Engage your members of Congress via ready-to-send letters on ESSA funding
Your Association . Your Profession . Your Voice .