Monday Notes

Happy Monday! As we approach mid September, there are a few important reminders we wanted to send your way. Have a great week and here is to great music being created in your classrooms!

We're kicking off an exciting new campaign for the 2025 conference, spotlighting the incredible journeys of past All-State musicians! We're looking to feature individuals who have pursued not only music but also those who’ve made their mark in other fields. If you know a former All-State musician whose story should be shared, submit their name using the form below. We can’t wait to celebrate their achievements with you—thank you for helping us showcase their inspiring paths!

• Click here to submit names for consideration

Easy to do and goes a long way! Make sure to participate in our weekly advocacy challenges. This weeks challenge:

• Don’t forget to invite your principal to visit your class this week!

Join us on September 30 at 6:00 PM for a special "State of the Association" town hall and business meeting! We'll be voting on a proposed constitution change and sharing an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what's happening within the association. To wrap things up, we’ll be reviewing the All-State Auditions. Don’t miss this important opportunity to stay informed and get involved!

• Link to join

To modernize the NMMEA constitution, the Board of Directors is proposing the following language update, which will be up for a vote during the September 30th business meeting. The revised language is highlighted in underlined bold italics.

Article XIX

SECTION 2. The altering or amending of the By-Laws of the Corporation may be initiated by a majority of the Board of Directors of the Corporation, or by a petition signed by no less than twenty percent (20%) of the membership of each of six (6) NMMEA District Associations. The petition with appropriate signatures of paid members is then to be presented to the NMMEA Board of Directors for approval. If an amendment is approved by the majority of the Board of Directors, it may be presented to the membership at a regular meeting or by electronic voting for approval or rejection.

Rationale

This change will enable future amendments to the constitution to be voted on electronically, rather than limiting votes to the January Luncheon and Business Meeting.