Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education

An advocacy group of Wisconsin Music Educators Assoication

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    • Why Music Education?
    • Research Beyond Music for Art’s Sake
    • Wisconsin Fine Arts Graduation
    • Practical Guidelines for Music Advocates
    • Notable Quotes for Programs, Letters, Public Relations
    • Speaking the Right Language
    • Legislation Interaction Guide
    • Advocacy Links
  • Parents & Community
    • Why Music Education?
    • Research Beyond Music for Art’s Sake
    • Revenue Caps Talking Points
    • Practical Guidelines for Music Advocates
    • Notable Quotes for Programs, Letters, Public Relations
    • Basic Advocacy Guidelines for Parents
    • Media Relations Tips
    • Preparing for a Media Interview
    • Press Release Template
    • Speaking the Right Language
    • Legislation Interaction Guide
    • Advocacy Links
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A Citizen’s Guide to Participation in the Wisconsin State Legislature
A guide to typical procedures in the Wisconsin State Legislature and is designed to help you, a citizen, participate in the Wisconsin State Legislature. It has been prepared by the Wisconsin Legislative Council Staff.

The NAMM Foundation 
A national non-profit dedicated to promoting music, music making and music education to the general public.

National Arts Education Public Awareness Campaign
The nation’s leading arts information clearinghouse. Dedicated to representing and serving local communities and creating opportunities for every American to participate in and appreciate all forms of the arts.

The National Association for Music Education (MENC)
The mission of MENC: The National Association for Music Education is to advance music education by encouraging the study and making of music by all.

The Music & Science Information Computer Archive (MuSICA)
MuSICA currently provides all issues of MuSICA Research Notes. MRN is a newsletter of analysis and commentary on the broad field of research on music and behavior, including evolution, brain mechanisms, child development, perception, learning, memory, performance, health and related topics.

Music Friends
Suggestions on how parents can support their local music programs and statistics on the benefits of studying music.

The American Music Therapy Association
Learn about the benefits of music therapy.

National Assessment of Educational Progress- The Nation’s Report Card
Continuing assessment of what America’s students know and can do in various subject areas.

Portal Wisconsin 
Your source to discover Wisconsin’s culture, arts, humanities and history.

VH1 Save the Music Foundation
A non-profit initiative with two missions: to restore music education programs in America’s public schools, and to raise awareness of the positive impact music participation has on students.

Wisconsin Assembly for Local Arts
Advances the importance, development, and growth of the arts and cultural activities in Wisconsin and all of its communities.

 

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NAfME Statement on FY 2018 Bipartisan Omnibus Agreement - NAfME

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The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is thrilled to support Congress’ FY 2018 bipartisan omnibus appropriations bill. This spending proposal not only rejects several of the President...
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Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) updated their cover photo.
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Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) added 31 new photos — with Julie Nau Wagnitz and 5 others.
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Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME)

Today was a very successful day meeting with legislators for the Wisconsin Advocacy Drive-in. Together we met with:
Senators - 12 (3 on education committee)
Representatives - 16 (8 on education committee)
Pictured is Rep. Kolste with Lauri Knapton and Brad Lutton of Knapton Musik Knotes in Janesville.
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Advocate for Music Education in Wisconsin! Sign up for the Wisconsin Advocacy Drive-in today!! If you have never talked to a legislator before, no fear, experienced advocates will join you in your meeting.
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Registration: Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education Drive-In to Madison 2/7/18

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The Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) is having an Advocacy Drive-In day Wednesday, February 7, 2018. The Wisconsin DPI submitted Wisconsin’s ESSA implementation plan to the U.S. Dept. ...
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
CHAPTER PI 34
TEACHER EDUCATION PROGRAM APPROVAL AND LICENSES

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It's time to advocate for music as part of a well-rounded education in Wisconsin. Sign up for the Wisconsin Advocacy Drive-in today!!
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Registration: Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education Drive-In to Madison 2/7/18

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The Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) is having an Advocacy Drive-In day Wednesday, February 7, 2018. The Wisconsin DPI submitted Wisconsin’s ESSA implementation plan to the U.S. Dept. ...
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Speaking the Right Language

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Develop a vocabulary sheet of supportive language and use this terminology in all written and verbal communications, including correspondence with the media. It will help to position your program i…
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Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME)

Going to the Wisconsin State Music Conference? Attend the session sponsored by WAME:
"You've Got the Power: Speak Up for Music Education!" The conference theme, “WellRounded With Music,” is taken from language in the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA). Tooshar Swain, legislative policy advisor for NAfME, presents this session with the Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) Committee. Learn about the implementation of ESSA in Wisconsin, what the law means and accountability. Also learn what it means to be an advocate in your local community and state.
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Wisconsin Advocates for Music Education (WAME) shared Mic's Artists explain the importance of the NEA.
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In support of music education and the NEA (National Endowment for the Arts)...now is the time.

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The Senate is expected to vote on funding for the National Endowment for the Arts this week. Here, celebrities like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Kal Penn, and Julie Andrews explain the profound impact the arts have on children.
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Wisconsin Advocates
for Music Education
is a program of
Wisconsin Music
Educators Association

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WMEA
Wisconsin Center
for Music Education

1005 Quinn Drive
Waunakee, WI
53597

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800-589-9762

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