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Mindfulness activities inspire creative discovery and exploration in movement while boosting social-emotional well-being in the elementary classroom.
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ACME Spotlight: Oboist and educator Richard Kravchak inspires through music, mentorship by Mary Au Mindfulness and Movement: A guide to introducing social emotional learning in the elementary music classroom by Lisa Beyer and Ashley Bouras Up Toward the Sky: Birdsong in American Music by Rachel Evangeline Barham
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President’s Message: Music Builds a Bridge of Understanding by Kurt-Alexander Zeller Foundation News: Scholarships and Grant Season is Here! by Sophia Tegart Musings: Alumni Who Showed Me the Way by Donna Chrzanowski
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Applause & Encore: Member and Chapter News Final Notes: Compiled by Ann Geiler District Directors Directory Executive Officers Directory
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