New Jersey Music Educators Association

06/07/2026

📣 2027 NJMEA February Conference – Proposals Now Open!

The submission site is now live for Session Proposals and Performance Applications for the 2027 NJMEA Conference!

Join us in shaping an inspiring and impactful conference experience for music educators and students across the state.

📍 Conference Dates: February 18–20, 2027
📍 Location: Atlantic City, NJ

Don’t miss the opportunity to share your expertise, showcase your ensemble, and be part of the premier music education event in New Jersey.

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03/02/2026

Happy Music In Our Schools Month! What activities and events are you hosting at your school this month? We'd love to hear about them!

How can I get involved in Music In Our Schools Month®(MIOSM®)? Music teachers celebrate MIOSM in many ways by offering special performances, lessons, sing-alongs and activities to bring their music programs to the attention of administrators, parents, colleagues, and communities to display the pos...

03/01/2026

Congratulations to Elisabeth Sato on this well-deserved award of the 2026 NFHS Middle School Music Award

Elisabeth exemplifies leadership and dedication, teaching middle school honors orchestra, mentoring students in the high school Tri-M Honors Society, and inspiring a love of music throughout Piscataway Schools. We proudly celebrate the meaningful impact she has on our students and community.

02/28/2026

Congratulations to Malcolm Couden on this well-deserved award of the 2026 NFHS High School Music Award.
Malcolm Couden’s passion, musicianship, and leadership inspire his students, colleagues, and every ensemble he directs. Since beginning his teaching career in 2005, he has served as Director of Choral Studies at Saddle Brook Middle/High School, making him an invaluable asset to his school and the choral community. He is truly deserving of this recognition.

02/27/2026

Please join us in celebrating Jazzmone Sutton for receiving the 2026 NJMEA Distinguished Service Award.
Jazzmone Sutton is the Senior Manager for State Advocacy and Equity at NAfME and a former elementary music teacher in North Carolina. She served as Immediate Past President of NCMEA and now draws on her classroom experience to help state affiliates and members make music education more inclusive and accessible for all students. Congratulations Jazzmone!

02/26/2026

Please join us in celebrating Amy Burns for receiving the 2026 NJMEA Distinguished Service Award.

Amy Burns has taught for 30 years, 29 at Far Hills Country Day School. Since joining the NJMEA Board in 2013, she has led the Elementary Academy, providing outstanding professional development to teachers across New Jersey.
Her dedication has elevated elementary music education and inspired a generation of teachers.

Please join us in congratulating Amy Burns!

02/25/2026

Please join us in celebrating Maureen Butler for receiving the 2026 NJMEA Distinguished Service Award.

Maureen Butler taught for twenty-five years, including at the Lake Drive School for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Children, where she created a curriculum to ensure all students could participate in music.
As a longtime NJMEA Board member and Chair of the Accessible Music Education Committee, she has helped educators across New Jersey make inclusion a reality.
Maureen, your leadership has strengthened music education and ensured every student can experience high-quality, inclusive music. Please join us in congratulating Maureen Butler!

02/25/2026

02/24/2026

Please join us in congratulating Robert Van Wyk, recipient of the 2026 NJMEA Master Music Teacher Award.

This prestigious honor recognizes a career defined by excellence, dedication, and lasting impact on students and the profession. Mr. Van Wyk’s commitment to musical artistry and education has inspired generations of young musicians and elevated music education within his Rahway school community and beyond.

This award was presented during the Gala Concert this past Friday night at the NJMEA State Conference. New Jersey Music Educators Association is proud to honor his outstanding achievements and grateful for his continued leadership and passion.

Congratulations, Robert, on this well-deserved recognition!

02/21/2026

Important NJMEA All-State Update

Due to worsening weather forecasts across New Jersey, NJMEA has made the difficult decision to cancel Sunday’s All-State Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble, and Treble Choir performance at NJPAC. While this is deeply disappointing for our students and families, the safety of everyone involved must come first.

Please note:
• The NJPAC concert is canceled and cannot be rescheduled.
• Ticket refunds can be issued by the NJPAC Box Office.
• Students will receive their commemorative All-State pin in the coming weeks.
• A recording of today’s Atlantic City concert will be shared via email.
• Ensemble photos may be ordered at www.gellmanimages.com.

Congratulations to all of our All-State musicians for this outstanding achievement. We share in the disappointment, but we are incredibly proud of these remarkable students and all they have accomplished. Thank you for your understanding and continued support of NJMEA and music education.