Fine Arts

Summer institutes are by invite only.  Please see communication from Ramonda Fields or reach out to her or Mark McGahey directly if you need to attend one of these weeks.  Registration will be completed needs to be completed with district support.

TTESS: 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.3, 4.3 

Summer institutes satisfy - 

6-Hour GT Update or 2 GT Strands (varies) towards initial 30-hours + CPE hours (varies)

Texas Christian University 

🏫June 11-15

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Texas Choral Directors Association Convention 

The mission of TCDA is to promote the art and artistry of choral singing and support the pursuit of excellence within the choral music profession.

The purpose of TCDA:

1. Facilitate collaboration and cooperation among choral directors at the local, regional, and state level.

2. Organize and provide intellectual and professional development activities that embrace varied styles, genres, and aspects of choral music.

3. Curate and provide access to a diverse body of choral repertoire appropriate for choirs of all ages, voicings, and communities through music reading sessions, workshops, and clinics.

4. Maintain regular communication with the membership and disseminate news and information related to the fulfillment of our mission statement.

5. Develop and maintain a system of leadership (local, regional and state-wide) engaging a diverse group of choral musicians who reflect the communities in which they work and reside.

6. Foster and promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and access through active engagement with marginalized and underrepresented choral musicians and communities, as well as potential choral participants.

7. Pursue and provide funding that supports educational and professional development activities for TCDA members, with expanded opportunities for choral musicians in marginalized and underrepresented communities.

8. Foster an inclusive and welcoming community of choral musicians by promoting social/emotional well-being and actively seeking input from diverse perspectives and traditions of choral singing.

TTESS: 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.3, 4.3 

07/25 - 07/27

All Day - times vary, see conference information

Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

San Antonio, Texas

# CPE/Flex-Eligible - credits vary depending on participation

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Texas Bandmasters Association Convention 

The purpose of the Texas Bandmasters Association, Inc. is to:

• Continually assist its membership in achieving the highest standards of instrumental music education.

• Promote the place and value of music education in our society and the important role instrumental music plays in our cultural, intellectual, and social lives.

• Foster goodwill, fellowship and a collegial spirit among all its members.

• Support and encourage a proper balance between professional life, personal health, and attention to family.

• Provide its current membership and future music educators with a comprehensive annual Convention/Clinic including an exhibit hall, live concerts, and special programs for students, spouses, families, and boosters.

• Provide its membership with additional resources including the Bandmasters Review (our quarterly magazine) as well as teaching aids, convention handouts, and magazine archives on our website.

• Provide opportunities for Professional Development during the school year through the TBA Outreach Program.

TTESS: 1.4, 2.2, 2.4, 3.3, 4.3 

07/25 - 07/27

All Day - times vary, see conference information

Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center

San Antonio, Texas

# CPE/Flex-Eligible - credits vary depending on participation

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