by Tim Dawson | Nov 8, 2018 | Music Truths
“Teens indicate making music provides the freedom for teens to just be themselves; to be different; to be something they thought they could never be; to be comfortable and relaxed in school and elsewhere in their lives.” ~ Shehan Campbell, Patricia....
by Tim Dawson | Nov 6, 2018 | Tips
Welcome back to the Director Spotlight! This month, Mr. Ned Boyd joins us on the Director Spotlight. Ned teaches 6-12 band in the Logansport, Indiana School system. Today he discusses his path to Logansport and how his first year of teaching shaped his career! Thanks...
by Tim Dawson | Nov 5, 2018 | Music Truths
With music in schools, students connect to each other better – greater camaraderie, fewer fights, less racism and reduced use of hurtful sarcasm. ~ Jensen, E., Arts With the Brain In Mind, Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development,...
by Tim Dawson | Nov 1, 2018 | Music Truths
“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing, and arithmetic…music, dance, painting, and theater are all keys that unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.” ~ William Bennett, Former US Secretary of...
by Tim Dawson | Oct 29, 2018 | Music Truths
“Arts education aids students in skills needed in the workplace: flexibility, the ability to solve problems and communicate, the ability to learn new skills, to be creative and innovative, and to strive for excellence.” ~ Joseph M. Calahan, Director of...
