Day Two Schedule
Today’s sessions are about classroom management and planning. Click each session’s button to watch. Enjoy!
“What to Expect in Kindergarten,” Anne Mileski
Kindergarten music is one of the great joys and sometimes great challenges in our lives as elementary music teachers. Whether you’re new to teaching kindergarten music, or looking to refresh your approach, this session will give you strategies for thinking about how to sequence Kindergarten music making experiences and develop lesson plans. Through interactive demonstrations, song examples, and a clear planning framework, you’ll discover how to build joyful, sequential lessons that support musical growth for your tiniest musicians.
“Your Simplified Back to School Plan,” Becca Davis
The back to school season can be scary, because there’s so many things to think about. Routines, procedures, classroom setup, lesson structure, learning names— and that doesn’t even include your lesson planning! In this session, you will learn most important things to focus on when it comes to back to school season, plus ideas for the first day of school that will have your students begging to come back to music!
“5 Steps to Teaching Students with Special Needs,” Jeanette Mihalchik
Students with special needs are a part of almost every class in your school…the problem is, you weren’t trained to teach these students. In this workshop, we’ll cover 5 essential steps needed to teach students with special needs like autism, ADHD, behavioral challenges, and more. Join us for an empowering session packed with practical strategies and insights to create an inclusive and supportive classroom environment. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching practice and positively impact the lives of your students.
“Substitute Plans for the Elementary Music Classroom,” Bill Henry
Planning for a non-music substitute teacher can be challenging. Whether your substitute has access to new technology, old technology, or nothing at all, gather various ideas and resources that make it easy for the substitute and convenient for you!
“Little Voices, Big Feelings: Therapeutic Moments in the Music Room for K–2,” Debbie O’Shea
Together, we’ll look at how music can be intentionally used to support wellbeing—through singing that soothes and uplifts, games that create a sense of community, and activities that help children feel seen and safe. We’ll explore how name games, clapping games, and positive touch can offer rich opportunities for musical growth, physical coordination, cognitive development, and the development of social and emotional skills. You’ll leave with a collection of songs, games, and activities ready to use in your classroom—each with a clear purpose and therapeutic intention behind it.
“Puppets and Props for Primary,” Aileen Miracle
Get ready to add some joy and wonder to your primary music lessons! In this session, Aileen will share her favorite go-to puppets for vocal exploration and solo singing, along with must-have props like parachutes and scrunchy bands that get little ones moving with purpose and delight. You’ll walk away with fresh ideas and practical tips to make your lessons more interactive, engaging, and downright magical!
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