FMEA - Florida Music Education Association

Don't miss out! There's still time to register for the 2025 FMEA MCN Summer Music Education Conference Workshop happening tomorrow, June 20, at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens.

Dive into "Harmony in Motion" with interactive sessions, expert speakers, and networking opportunities. This workshop is all about collaboration, creativity, and the transformative power of multicultural music in education.

Register now to secure your spot! To learn more, visit fmea.org/programs/multicultural-network

As part of yesterday in D.C., our FMEA and Florida NAfME Collegiate delegates met with multiple House and Senate offices to advocate for music education. They discussed with members and staff from Florida about the vital funding and policy priorities that impact music education. Thank you to the offices of US Rep Darren Soto, Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost, Congressman Neal Dunn, M.D., Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart, Senator Rick Scott, and Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna for taking the time to meet!

National Association for Music Education

Our dedicated FMEA and Florida NAfME Collegiate delegates were on Capitol Hill today to advocate for music education!

Join us for the 2025 FMEA MCN Summer Music Education Conference Workshop on June 20 at St. Thomas University in Miami Gardens! Explore "Harmony in Motion" through interactive sessions, expert speakers, networking, and more. This workshop will emphasize collaboration, creativity, and the power of multicultural music to inspire and transform classrooms and communities.

Register now to secure your spot! To learn more, visit fmea.org/programs/multicultural-network

Huge congratulations to Evans High School Tri-M Chapter 6625 from Orlando! They've earned the title of 2024-2025 State Tri-M Chapter of the Year for Florida for their outstanding contribution to their music program, school, and to their community.

Join FMEA in congratulating the 2025 NAfME Collegiate Recognition Awards recipients from Florida! The NAfME Collegiate Chapter at Florida State University has been recognized as a “Chapter of Excellence” for outstanding service. Also receiving recognition is Kathryn C. Lang from Florida State University, who has been awarded the Professional Achievement Award.

Congratulations to the following Florida school districts and schools for being recognized by the NAMM Foundation for the Best Communities for Music Education and SupportMusic Merit Award! This award program recognizes and celebrates school districts and schools for their support and commitment to music education and their efforts to ensure access to music for all students as part of a well-rounded education.

School districts recognized as Best Communities for Music Education: Broward, Hillsborough, Orange, Palm Beach, Pinellas, & Volusia.

Schools recognized for the SupportMusic Merit Award: Countryside Montessori Charter School (Land O' Lakes) & Lakewood Ranch High School (Bradenton)

To learn more about the Best Communities for Music Education and SupportMusic Merit Award, visit nammfoundation.org/what-we-do/best-communities-music-education

Great news for music education in Florida! Thank you to the Florida Legislature for passing HB 1105, allowing two years of marching band to satisfy the one-credit physical education requirement. This significant legislation acknowledges the rigorous physical activity involved in marching band and is another important step forward in supporting and enhancing music education in Florida's schools. We look forward to the Governor's signature!

Congratulations to all the talented FMEA Quarterfinalists and Legacy Applicants for the 2026 GRAMMY Music Educator Award! 🙌

Huge congratulations to Michael Antmann for being named one of the CMA Foundation Music Teachers of Excellence!! 🎉

Congratulations to all of the Florida NAfME Collegiate members graduating this year! May your passion for music education continue to inspire and enrich the lives of students as you embark on your professional journeys!

This Teacher Appreciation Week, FMEA is sending a special shout-out to the incredible music teachers and educators across Florida! Your passion, dedication, and guidance inspire a lifelong love of music in our students. Thank you for sharing your gift and making a harmonious difference in our schools and communities.