MISSION STATEMENT

Wisconsin Music Educators Association supports music education by representing the shared interests and needs of Wisconsin music educators and fostering their professional growth in a global society.

 

PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT

Music is an integral part of a complete education. Music engages people in objective, subjective, symbolic, and concrete aspects of human experience.

Music education improves learning in other subjects. Quality music education:

  • develops aesthetic awareness and sensitivity;
     
  • provides a source of enjoyment which enhances the quality of life from early experiences through adulthood.
     
  • provides a means for creativity and self-expression;
     
  • provides a sense of history and cultural heritage;
     
  • provides opportunity for visible success and achievement in the school and community;
     
  • develops life skills for work and personal success;
     
  • makes the school and community a more pleasant place to learn, work, and live;
     
  • increases the satisfaction derived from music throughout life; and
     
  • increases understanding of other cultures through music.

 

GOALS

  • Lead advocacy for music education in Wisconsin.
     
  • Attract and retain quality music educators.
     
  • Provide music educators with meaningful opportunities for professional development.
     
  • Promote lifelong learning in music.