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April 17, 2023
2023 SupportMusic Merit Award Schools

Congratulations to the 78 schools that received the SupportMusic Merit Award (SMMA) from The NAMM Foundation!
April 11, 2022
Celebrating the Best in Music Education Across the Nation The NAMM Foundation’s Best Communities for Music Education honors 738 School Districts and 80 Schools

Now in its 23rd year, the 2022 Best Communities for Music Education program has recognized 738 school districts and 80 schools across 44 states for the outstanding efforts by teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders and their support for music education as part of a well-rounded education for all children.
March 21, 2022
2022 SupportMusic Merit Award Schools

Congratulations to the 80 schools that received the SupportMusic Merit Award (SMMA) from The NAMM Foundation!

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