What Is It?
This groundbreaking legislation recognizes the profound impact of music as a vital component of a well-rounded education, placing it on equal footing with other core academic subjects. Title IV-A empowers schools to access federal funds, transforming dreams of superior instruments, additional teachers, advanced professional development, and state-of-the-art music technology into tangible reality.
This is more than just funding; it is a resounding affirmation of music's transformative power in a student's academic journey.
It is an open invitation for schools to embrace the harmonious melody of music education and let it take center stage in shaping well-rounded and inspired learners.
The Process
Step 1 - Assess Needs: Conduct a needs assessment to identify areas where music education and other programs can be improved or expanded.
Step 2 - Develop a Plan: Create a comprehensive plan detailing how the funds will be used to address these needs, specifically focusing on enhancing music education and how it achieves the goals of your district.
Step 3 - Prepare and Submit Application: Complete the application, including the needs assessment, plan, and a detailed budget, and submit it to the relevant educational agency.
Step 4 - Implement the Program: Once approved, implement the initiatives as outlined in the application, focusing on improving music education.
Step 5 - Monitor and Report: Regularly monitor the progress and effectiveness of the implemented programs and provide periodic reports to the overseeing agency.
How We Can Help
- Needs Assessment Support - Start with the needs assessment template from the CDE!
- Additional Information and Resources
- Program Planning and Development
- Advocacy and Networking
- Presenting to Administration
- Instrument & Accessory Pricing
- Ongoing Consulting
ABOUT US
Bertrand's Music carries a wide selection of instruments from the most reputable manufacturers in the industry. We have the best rental benefits in Southern California and offer skilled repair and sales for band and orchestra instruments, guitars, ukuleles, accessories, sheet music and much more.
Are you a band director or music educator? We offer school discounts and special partnerships with school music programs. Give Bertrand's Music the chance to earn your business and we can save you HUNDREDS! Bertrand's Music also offers competitive bid prices on everything we carry, even compared to the big national chains! Ask one of our Educational Services Representatives for a quote!