Spotlights & Tips
Russell Smith – Director Spotlight
Today’s Director Spotlight is on Mr. Russ Smith, Director of Bands at Shelbyville HS. Russ’s career as a music educator spans just over 3 decades. Please enjoy this edition of the Director Spotlight.
Music In Our Schools Month
As we enter Music In Our Schools Month we want to take a moment to celebrate the incredibly positive impact that Indiana music educators have on students every day. Please take a couple of minutes to enjoy this video and know that we are your biggest cheerleaders and...
Director Tips – Sam Rhinesmith
Last week’s spotlight was on Sam Rhinesmith, retired Director of Bands at North Central HS in Indianapolis. Sam’s interview was the first in our “Legends” series. More Legends will follow in the coming months/years. And, if you have any suggestions on which Legends or...
Music Truths
The Arts In School Significantly Boost Student Achievement
"The arts significantly boost student achievement, reduce discipline problems, and increase the odds students will go on to graduate from college. As First Lady Michelle Obama sums up, both she and the President believe 'strongly that arts education is essential for...
The Arts Are Essential To The Success Of Students
"The arts are central to who we are as a people, and they are central to the success of our kids. This is not an afterthought. This is not something you do because it's nice to do. It is necessary for these young people to succeed that we promote the arts." ~ Barack...
The Arts Enrich Us All
freedom-to-be "In the push for quality math, science, technical, humanities, and other programs, please be sure that the arts are not ignored or pushed to one side. Provide your political support for the total curriculum. The arts enrich all of us." ~ Dr. Richard...
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