New Jersey Music Educators Association Strategic Plan 2018 - 2022


Mission


The mission of the New Jersey Music Educators Association is to provide access to an inclusive music education for all students by supporting music educators in their advancement of quality music instruction and practice.


Vision The vision of the New Jersey Music Educators Association is to ensure that every child can artistically


express themselves and unlock their creative potential through music in a way that is culturally relevant, meaningful, and valued.


Values • Integrity: We value openness, honesty and transparency in our association.


• Excellence: We work to support excellence in musical experiences, which occurs in many contexts and musical practices.


• Equity: We value an inclusive, culturally relevant, and diverse music education for all students.


• Leadership: We are committed to serving others through music education for the greater good of society.


• Visionary: We seek innovative solutions in response to current and future trends in music education.


• Membership: We value the diversity, commitment, and talents of our members and their contributions to music education.


Strategic Directions 1. Communication A. Increase social media presence


B. Engage collegiate members through social media trending


C. Enhance and improve the NJMEA Website


D. Highlight diverse music making through multiple media esources


E. Establish Membership Chair F.


Establish Partnerships Committee


2. Diversity & Inclusion


A. Use Diversity Benchmarks to review programs, practices, policies, etc.


B. Develop diverse practices Spotlight program


C. Increase All-State and Honors Ensembles diversity and access


D. Increase professional development focusing on IDEA practices


E. Develop Diversity Statement 3. Organizational Vitality


A. Examine region and state governance practices


B. Investigate committee and board structures


C. Develop Leadership Program D. Enhance Mentor Program


E. Create plan for full-time Executive Director


F.


Improve effectiveness of committee work using technology


TEMPO


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JANUARY 2019


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