Maine Motif Issue 3, Vol. II (Spring 2018) | Page 43

another enjoyable session in tackling this issue, along with Revisiting Rubrics with Dr.
Philip Edelman. As a new teacher in the area, I know these sessions will be high on my
priority list to make sure I am grading my classroom in a way that shows my student’s
prowesses best!
Curriculum is also something that is extremely important in the general music setting.
This topic will be addressed by speakers such as Adrian St. Pierre, who will be
presenting about rethinking our music appreciation classes, which can also be applied to
all general music environments. We will also feature a film music session with Renovia
Day, who will be speaking about both curriculum and technology, and can help beef up
the curriculum of even the most seasoned teacher. With these two sessions, the
2018-2019 school year can look brighter then ever!
Looking ahead, we have an exciting All-State ahead of us in all departments, and I am
proud to have helped with these preparations. Finally, I would like to thank all of you
that filled out the survey, as it has helped greatly in deciding our session lineup for this
year. Be on the look out for another survey in the fall, and from myself and my Co-Vice
President at the festival:
Hope to see you there!
Conference Schedule
This is a DRAFT of the 2018 Conference Schedule. All times and locations listed are
subject to change! Please be sure to check in at the Registration Area located in the
lobby of the Collins Center for the Arts.
Please note the following special events:
• Thursday, 6:00 PM- President’s Reception and Awards, Wells Commons
• Friday, 4:15-5:30 PM- All-Member Meeting, Neville 101
• Saturday, 8:00 AM- 2:00 PM- Little Kids Rock Workshop