GCSD music department attends WMEA conference

Mr. Matt Lamb presenting session at WMEA Conference. —photo submitted

Glenwood City music educators Matt Lamb and Maddie Williams attended the Wisconsin Music Education Conference this past week.  The Wisconsin Music Education Conference was held this year from October 23–26, 2024 at the beautiful Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison and featured comprehensive music education professional development for teachers in all stages of their career. This conference, presented by Wisconsin Music Educators Association (WMEA) in collaboration with Wisconsin School Music Association (WSMA), joined Wisconsin educators, students, parents and music business industry professionals together around key educational issues and pedagogy. The main goal of the conference is for attendees to share and learn through high-quality professional learning opportunities that positively impact music education for all students, schools, and communities. 

Mrs. Williams stated, “WMEA is always a great chance to connect with colleagues from around the state and gain insight and ideas that can positively impact our music classes. I was able to attend some great sessions that will enhance instruction from kindergarten up through high school.”

Mr. Lamb presented a session at the conference titled “What Your Cooperating Teacher Wants You To Know”.  This session was co-presented with music educator Eric Becker from the Baldwin-Woodville School District.

Lamb stated “The highlight of the conference was being able to connect with the next generation of music educators and pass along some tips for their teacher toolbox.  It was also great to see our own Kyra Dahl perform with the State Honors Treble Choir.  It was an amazing concert.”

Mr. Lamb and Mrs. Williams would like to acknowledge the school district for their continued support of professional development to allow teachers to get better.