A few years ago, I created a demonstration lesson to use during interviews for teaching positions. Although I had intended it only as a demonstration lesson, I ended up liking it enough to try it with students. After getting some …
One of the most effective ways to advocate for students with disabilities is to teach them about their disabilities. The more they understand about their conditions, the better they will be able to articulate their needs to others. This won’t …
Guitar instruction has moved at the pace of technology. Aspiring players can learn independently using online tools without necessarily relying on an instructor. While this broadens opportunities for students to learn on their terms, it carries the inherent risk of …
As students with disabilities approach graduation from high school, questions might linger over what kind of assistance will be available in college. An IEP might have provided effective accommodations throughout high school, but will these accommodations transfer to a new …
Budget cuts might be the most disheartening situation a school community has to face. Cuts have become ubiquitous in public schools, even in communities unaccustomed to compromising according to financial constraints. With cuts come casualties. Unfortunately, music programs frequently become fodder for …