Building support for school music : a practical guide.
| Other author | National Coalition for Music Education (U.S.) |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Reston, VA : National Coalition for Music Education, ©1991. |
| Description | 64 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Part one: Organizing for action. Getting started (Team roster) ; Working together ; A plan for action -- Part two: Analyzing the situation. Where does your music program stand? (Program checklist) ; What challenges do you face? (Budget checklist ; Decision makers' support checklist ; Public support checklist) -- Part three: Planning and strategy. What do you do now? ; Mapping the power structure (Table of organization) ; Getting the facts down -- Part four: Getting to work. Enlisting allies (Local organization list ; Letter of introduction to organizations ; Contact record) ; Identifying local decision makers ; Communicating with decision makers ; Using the media (Letter of introduction to the media ; Press release (print) ; Press release (radio) -- Part five: Evaluating progress. Checking up ; Reporting your progress (Quarterly report) -- Appendix 1: Resources -- Appendix 2: Reproducible materials. |
| Abstract | With music programs in jeopardy nationwide, America's culture is at risk. By supporting music education you can help ensure the balanced education that our children need for their future. Music makes the difference. you can make a difference too. In this book you'll find out how to: organize a local advocacy group; analyze the status of your shcool music program; plan your campaign strategy; act to build support for your program; evaluate your progress. The National Coalition for Education has prepared this volume for music educators, music retailers, people in the music business, parents, and others. Here is just some of the information you'll find: a checklist for rating your school's music program; information on understanding and influencing budgets; hints on writing press releases, speeches, and letters to decision makers; ideas for attracting positive attention to music education; reproducible graphs, artwork, a petition, and other useful materials. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references (pages 61-62). |
| LCCN | 91205782 |
| ISBN | 094079697X |
| ISBN | 9780940796973 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Item at the bindery | MT3.U5 B85 1991 | Item at the bindery | Want This? |