Community Action Kit

Click here for advocacy materials to support your local school music program.

Explore tools to advocate for a complete education that includes music instruction for every child.

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Grassroots Advocacy Guide-English and Spanish

This brochure outlines research about the important educational benefits of music education; share with parents and school administrations.

Arts in the Schools

An in-depth look at the impact of the arts on learning from MENC: The National Association for Music Education

Mailing Inserts

Reproducible slips which can be cut and included with community mailings.

Petition Template

Customizable petition to circulate in response to potential cuts in music education budgets.

Research Posters

Printable fliers featuring key research studies on the benefits of music education.

Media Communications Templates

These templates help advocates, school music dealers and band directors communicate the benefits of music education.

Letters to the Editor and Editorial Board meetings
Generic Press Release 1
Generic Press Release 2
Media Alert
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Glossary of Educational Terms - English and Spanish

An alphabetical listing of terms common to local school district budget and curriculum planning.

Why Learn to Play Music?

A printable brochure on the proven benefits of music instruction for students. This document can be customized with a local organization name and contact information for greater impact.

The Advocate's Plan

This in-depth PowerPoint presentation helps local music education supporters plan activities and actions to keep music education strong.

What Research Is Telling Us

A brief, customizable PowerPoint presentation on research studies exploring music's impact on student growth and achievement.

Community Tools and Templates

These templates enable local advocates, school music dealers and band directors to communicate the benefits of music education to other community leaders and parents.

Public Service Announcements - English only

Six 30-second PSAs on the benefits of music education, featuring students and musical artists. Not for TV broadcast. (QuickTime)