Final Dr. Sara Womack, AMEA President
When I began the journey as AMEA President two years ago, I heeded the advice of Arnold Glasgow. He said, “In life, as in football, you won’t go far unless you know where the goalposts are.” So, I set forth a list of goalposts that I would work toward during my tenure. We have met almost all of them and in the process, have improved the overall functionality and performance of our association for the benefit our members. The following details an overview of our progress:
Increase membership of underrepresented populations.
o Make connections to younger members and potential members through social opportunities and recognition. The first AMEA Outstanding Young Music Educators Award was awarded to James Schaeffer at this year’s conference.
A scholarship for future music educators will be awarded for the first time in the fall of 2014. Alabama students continue to represent the state in national ensembles sponsored by NAfME. We financially supported the students participating in the All-National Ensembles.
o Build affiliations with the music industry through membership opportunities and acknowledgement. An industry membership category was added to our bylaws. Now, we have nearly fifteen industry members.
Industry representative Becky Lightfoot from Art’s Music serves on the Governing Board in an ex officio capacity and has made great contributions in a short amount of time.
o Reach out to retired members by offering opportunities to share their expertise.
A Past Presidents Committee was established with over ten past presidents attending the first meeting in January 2013. The Committee serves as a resource to the Governing Board and will recommend new inductees to the Hall of Fame. The Immediate Past President serves as chair of the committee.
Historian Frank Buck has investigated award recipients, biographical information on past presidents, and band contest data. His results have been published on the AMEA website and in the Ala Breve.
Strengthen relationships with current members.
o Gain data regarding wishes and necessities of members through a survey. A survey of music educators throughout the state has been conducted and a report has been published on the AMEA website. The well-received survey has provided a considerable amount of useful data and has made an impact on our decision-making.
o Develop a technology plan for online data management, event registration, and social media. AMEA is anxiously awaiting the ability to use the data management system utilized by NAfME.
The Guidebook app was introduced at our 2013 conference to provide immediate access for our members, as well as opportunities for feedback.
The AMEA Facebook page keeps members up-to-date.
o Offer innovative, engaging, and relevant professional development. Beginning in January 2013, AMEA recognized members that have achieved certification through the National Board
of Professional Teaching Standards at our annual awards presentation.
The Alabama Symphony Orchestra performed at the 2013 and 2014 Conference to showcase the musical ability of the Orchestra and forge connections to professional musicians in the state.
The Governing Board has updated the performance application to provide more detailed selection criteria, while allowing the Division Presidents freedom to choose groups that reflect member needs.
Congratulations
to AMEA President Sara Womack on her election as President-Elect of NAfME Southern Division!
6 May/June 2014
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