Having taught Middle School Choir for 13 years and High School Choir for seven years, I am now teaching Elementary Music for the entire school (PK-5). The students are like little sponges and even though I don't see them everyday, they soak up everything I teach and retain it better than the 6th-12th graders ever did. I find that amusing.
My favorite part of the transition from Secondary to Elementary has to be these kids.
They are either very loving or in of much love, I have some that are very supported at home and those that only get the support at school. I had no idea how much needed love was needed for these students.
Every grade level is unique and special. I love how they all take on challenges and are so proud of not only succeeding but also in merely trying. IE; one second grade girl really struggles to read and when I assigned her a speaking part for the program she was scared but we worked it out and she was so proud at the end. She's going to be a star!
My Project
My toolbox of 20 years needs an overhaul. It used to be filled with all the tools for Secondary Choral Music and now I need to refill it with tools for Elementary Music. The TMEA convention offers its members professional growth, inspiration, and motivation to help them deliver the best music education experience possible for their students. As a new elementary music teacher I need all the tips and tools this convention can offer to fill my toolbox.
No one else can offer the level of continued education in music like TMEA does through its annual Clinic/Convention.
In just four days, they offer 300+ clinics, 100+ performances, and an exhibit hall with 500+ representatives from the music industry and beyond. Elementary Music Education is the foundation for our future musicians and I want to equip all of my students with the best tools possible.
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