Advocacy

Supporting Advocacy for School Music Programs

Providing resources and information to music educators and the community on advocating for music education in our schools

  • MMEA Advocacy Task Force: A committee of MMEA members that meets regularly to set the advocacy focus for MMEA. Email advocacy@mmea.org if you have questions for the committee or are interested in participating.
  • Advocacy Workshop: (Pre-Conference Workshop at Midwinter Clinic): Each year MMEA holds a Pre-Conference Advocacy workshop, facilitated by leaders in MMEA and the broader education field and open to the public. Topics have included teacher evaluation and how to involve the community in your classroom.
  • Legislative Monitoring and Response: MMEA monitors Minnesota legislation that may impact music education and any work groups or regulations proposed by the Minnesota Department of Education.
  • Resource for Music Teachers and Music Advocates: MMEA serves as a resource for music teachers and school music advocates through quick and timely responses to questions and concerns, and connecting members to resources as necessary.