"Where words fail, music speaks." - Hans Christian Andersen

"Music washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life." - Berthold Auerbach  

Music Education is an extremely valuable inclusion in every student's education. In addition to the numerous scientific and developmental benefits, participation in music affords students the ability to think creatively, stimulate and regulate their emotional growth, work collaboratively in various social situations, and understand the value and benefit of hard work.

Organizations such as NYSSMA (New York State School Music Association) and MENC (The National Association for Music Education) have accrued a substantial amount of information advocating music education in our schools. Listed below you will find several shared documents. Please take the time to read through these documents in the interest of becoming a more articulate advocate for music education.

• NYSSMA Advocacy Handbook
• Advocacy Tidbits for Music Educators
• How Does Music Impact Student Learning?
• What Do You Need to Know to Advocate for Music Education?

For more information, please visit the following websites:

• NYSSMA Advocacy Page
• MENC Advocacy Page
• Support Music by the NAMM Foundation

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