News & Updates

NAfME is committed to ensuring that every individual is represented and supported in the pursuit of music education. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Access, and Belonging (DEIAB) reflects a…

The current continuing resolution (CR) that extends Fiscal Year 2024 government funding is set to expire on March 15, meaning legislators have approximately two months to determine Fiscal Year 2025…

Sessions Deb Confredo, NAfME President Angela Keedy, NAfME Professional Development Specialist Jazzmone Sutton, NAfME Senior Manager for State Advocacy and Equity About NAfME Northwest Division The National Association for Music Education…

Welcome to the NAfME Music Education Advocate Podcast! Join host Jazzmone Sutton, NAfME State Advocacy Engagement Manager, and other music education advocates to hear their stories and reflections on how to make advocacy…

We are excited to share that NAfME has partnered with the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) to sponsor 10 NEW Tri-M® Music Honor Society Chapters during the 2024–2025 year! The deadline to apply is…

Click here for the All-Northwest landing page. All-Northwest will be February 16-18 in Spokane. Please note that All-NW material often has WMEA logos and contact information. If you have any…

Best wishes to everyone getting back in to the classroom this year! As you settle in, please take the time to check your NAfME/OMEA membership. Those of you uploading All-State…

Eugene will once again hosts OMEA’s Conference and All-State events over the MLK Weekend. Middle and high school audition material for All-State can be found by clicking here. All-State Elementary…

Spokane will host NAfME’s Northwest Division Conference February 14 – 16. The high school audition material for All-Northwest can be found by clicking here. Teachers must be OMEA/NAfME members to…

The annual OMEA State Jazz Contest will be held May 17th and 18th at Mt. Hood Community College. Please click here to access schedules and the director packet.