The NFHS Podcast Sat, 01 Aug 2026 17:22:04 -0400 https://www.nfhs.org en-us © 2026 The NFHS Podcast yes 3d567cef-12bd-561f-98d1-a243301e88e4 National Federation of State High School Associations episodic false Welcome to the official podcast of the NFHS! This podcast aims to provide insight, education, and resources to everyone involved in the high school activities setting. Listen as individuals from the NFHS and around the world share their stories and wisdom about topics like performing arts, women's leadership, and more! 

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) NFHS, The Stage, Performing Arts, Music, Theatre, Speech, Debate, Education, Advocacy, Academic Competition, National Federation, James Weaver, National Federation of State High School Associations https://storage.buzzsprout.com/nmxqtrmm7pi4makzfxxeup7ppkzb?.jpg The NFHS Podcast https://www.nfhs.org The Importance of Humanizing Your Sports Officials with Brenda Hilton - She's Got Something to Say The Importance of Humanizing Your Sports Officials with Brenda Hilton - She's Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Brenda Hilton, founder of Officially Human and current Big10 Senior Director of Officiating. Hilton highlights the importance of humanizing sports officials and describes what has motivated her throughout her career.


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]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Brenda Hilton, founder of Officially Human and current Big10 Senior Director of Officiating. Hilton highlights the importance of humanizing sports officials and describes what has motivated her throughout her career.


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]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-18191595 Fri, 14 Nov 2025 12:00:00 -0500 1439 full false Growing the Game: Leadership in Adapted Sports with Dr. Jenny Millward - She's Got Something to Say Growing the Game: Leadership in Adapted Sports with Dr. Jenny Millward - She's Got Something to Say Join Jessie Benner, NFHS Coordinator of Sports, for an engaging conversation with Dr. Jenny Millward, the Executive Director of the American Association of AdaptED Sports Programs. In this episode, Dr. Millward shares her passion for creating inclusive athletic opportunities and the critical role advocacy plays in the growth of adapted sports. She also reflects on her leadership journey and how individuals can make an impact in this space.


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]]> Join Jessie Benner, NFHS Coordinator of Sports, for an engaging conversation with Dr. Jenny Millward, the Executive Director of the American Association of AdaptED Sports Programs. In this episode, Dr. Millward shares her passion for creating inclusive athletic opportunities and the critical role advocacy plays in the growth of adapted sports. She also reflects on her leadership journey and how individuals can make an impact in this space.


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]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-17791063 Thu, 04 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 1051 full false Creating Transformative Practices and Experiences in Music Education with Anne Fennell - She's Got Something to Say Creating Transformative Practices and Experiences in Music Education with Anne Fennell - She's Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Alyssa Decosse as she speaks with Anne Fennell, the President of the California Music Educators Association and the K-12 Music Program Manager for the San Diego Unified School District. Fennell highlights the transformative nature of music education and advocacy, and the impact these practices have on a school community.

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]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Alyssa Decosse as she speaks with Anne Fennell, the President of the California Music Educators Association and the K-12 Music Program Manager for the San Diego Unified School District. Fennell highlights the transformative nature of music education and advocacy, and the impact these practices have on a school community.

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]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-16727333 Mon, 03 Mar 2025 15:00:00 -0500 1704 full false Creating a community of support for female officials with MK McGee - She's Got Something to Say Creating a community of support for female officials with MK McGee - She's Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with MK McGee, a Nebraska high school basketball official and creator of “Her Call.” McGee highlights ways officials can educate and motivate one another and the importance of creating a community of support for female sports officials.

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]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with MK McGee, a Nebraska high school basketball official and creator of “Her Call.” McGee highlights ways officials can educate and motivate one another and the importance of creating a community of support for female sports officials.

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]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-16133845 Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500 1397 full false From Good to Great in Debate Education with Director of Debate at Woodward Academy (GA) Maggie Berthiaume From Good to Great in Debate Education with Director of Debate at Woodward Academy (GA) Maggie Berthiaume Maggie Berthiaume is the Director of Debate at Woodward Academy in Georgia. She is a past recipient of the National Debate Coaches' Association Educator of the Year Award and the Georgia Forensic Coaches' Association Debate Coach of the Year Award. She has been on the NDCA and GFCA Executive Board and was a member of the editorial board of Contemporary Argumentation & Debate.

As someone that has excelled as a debater herself and now teaching debate in Georgia, Maggie brings an excellent perspective on many things within the education landscape. Listen to this conversation as we discuss: 

  • What inspired Maggie to pursue a career in debate education
  • How her teaching leads to connections with every student that comes in her classroom
  • What sets a good debater apart from a great debater
  • Her opinion on how to increase participation in speech and debate programs
]]> Maggie Berthiaume is the Director of Debate at Woodward Academy in Georgia. She is a past recipient of the National Debate Coaches' Association Educator of the Year Award and the Georgia Forensic Coaches' Association Debate Coach of the Year Award. She has been on the NDCA and GFCA Executive Board and was a member of the editorial board of Contemporary Argumentation & Debate.

As someone that has excelled as a debater herself and now teaching debate in Georgia, Maggie brings an excellent perspective on many things within the education landscape. Listen to this conversation as we discuss: 

  • What inspired Maggie to pursue a career in debate education
  • How her teaching leads to connections with every student that comes in her classroom
  • What sets a good debater apart from a great debater
  • Her opinion on how to increase participation in speech and debate programs
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-15046650 Tue, 14 May 2024 00:00:00 -0400 914 theatre, education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, speech and debate, georgia full false Meeting Bands Where They Are with USBands Executive Director Sean King Meeting Bands Where They Are with USBands Executive Director Sean King Sean King is the Executive Director of USBands and has been a member of the USBands team for 27 years. Since 2020, he has overseen the transition of the organization from one parent non-profit to a program offering of BD Performing Arts, a non-profit organization based in Concord, CA. 

Sean has been responsible for aligning organizational and operational cultures as well as the team building, strategy and communications for the largest scholastic music organization in the United States consisting of nearly 200 events in 20 states in excess of 700 participating schools and overall attendance of 300,000 individuals annually. He is a former Director of Marketing and Communications, a founder of an advertising agency, and someone who continuously empowers arts across the nation.

As the NFHS is welcoming USBands as an official corporate partner of the NFHS and a founding corporate partner of NFHS Performing Arts, listen as we discuss: 

  • Why people should care about bands across America
  • The mission of USBands
  • Ensuring inclusivity and support for diverse groups within the organization
  • Messaging given to educators and students alike when adjudication is successful
  • Ways in which USBands collaborates with schools, directors, and other organizations to further music education and performance
]]> Sean King is the Executive Director of USBands and has been a member of the USBands team for 27 years. Since 2020, he has overseen the transition of the organization from one parent non-profit to a program offering of BD Performing Arts, a non-profit organization based in Concord, CA. 

Sean has been responsible for aligning organizational and operational cultures as well as the team building, strategy and communications for the largest scholastic music organization in the United States consisting of nearly 200 events in 20 states in excess of 700 participating schools and overall attendance of 300,000 individuals annually. He is a former Director of Marketing and Communications, a founder of an advertising agency, and someone who continuously empowers arts across the nation.

As the NFHS is welcoming USBands as an official corporate partner of the NFHS and a founding corporate partner of NFHS Performing Arts, listen as we discuss: 

  • Why people should care about bands across America
  • The mission of USBands
  • Ensuring inclusivity and support for diverse groups within the organization
  • Messaging given to educators and students alike when adjudication is successful
  • Ways in which USBands collaborates with schools, directors, and other organizations to further music education and performance
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-14898602 Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1861 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, band, us, america, inclusivity full false Amy Perras: District Arts Administrator, Former Music Educator, and Disney Fanatic Amy Perras: District Arts Administrator, Former Music Educator, and Disney Fanatic Amy Perras is the Instructional Supervisor for Music, Art, and Library Media for Milford Public Schools in Connecticut, a role she took on after spending 14 years teaching PK-12 instrumental, choral, and general music.  In addition to her work in Milford, Amy is the President of the Connecticut Arts Administrators Association and the NFHS Music Advisory Committee Chair. 

As we get to learn from Amy about her background in music and music education, listen while we discuss: 

  • Her lifelong intrigue with Disney
  • The role of a district arts administrator and why it’s such an important role
  • How her background in education has assisted her in her current role
  • The main goals she has as the chair of the NFHS Music Committee
  • Why support systems are crucial for success
]]> Amy Perras is the Instructional Supervisor for Music, Art, and Library Media for Milford Public Schools in Connecticut, a role she took on after spending 14 years teaching PK-12 instrumental, choral, and general music.  In addition to her work in Milford, Amy is the President of the Connecticut Arts Administrators Association and the NFHS Music Advisory Committee Chair. 

As we get to learn from Amy about her background in music and music education, listen while we discuss: 

  • Her lifelong intrigue with Disney
  • The role of a district arts administrator and why it’s such an important role
  • How her background in education has assisted her in her current role
  • The main goals she has as the chair of the NFHS Music Committee
  • Why support systems are crucial for success
]]> Buzzsprout-14764412 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1745 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, choral, disney full false Encouraging Support of Female Athletics- She's Got Something to Say Encouraging Support of Female Athletics- She's Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Becky Moran, NIAAA Associate Executive Director on the importance of encouraging support of female athletics. Moran explains what it means to her to be a woman in sports and how we can create a positive narrative around female sports and activities.

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]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner as she speaks with Becky Moran, NIAAA Associate Executive Director on the importance of encouraging support of female athletics. Moran explains what it means to her to be a woman in sports and how we can create a positive narrative around female sports and activities.

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]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-14653899 Fri, 08 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1455 Women's Leadership, NFHS, Sports Administration, Feminism, Female Empowerment full false The Ins and Outs of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) with Eric Arnold, Program Director for the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute at Western Illinois University The Ins and Outs of Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) with Eric Arnold, Program Director for the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Executive Institute at Western Illinois University Host Ken Burke is joined by Eric Arnold, Program Director for the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) Executive Institute at Western Illinois University. As someone who has so much experience with emergency action plans and campus safety, there are few people that know more than Eric on these issues and topics. 

Throughout this conversation, Eric shares stories, lessons-learned, and strategies that could help substantially in ensuring campus and event safety, no matter the location or size. Listen now and hear more about:

  • Developing and implementing emergency action plans
  • Initial steps he would suggest to administrators and event coordinators
  • The most effective strategies he has implemented or observed
  • Success stories of interventions or programs that significantly improved security
  • Challenges that have emerged in the realm of school safety with the rise of digital platforms and social media
]]> Host Ken Burke is joined by Eric Arnold, Program Director for the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) Executive Institute at Western Illinois University. As someone who has so much experience with emergency action plans and campus safety, there are few people that know more than Eric on these issues and topics. 

Throughout this conversation, Eric shares stories, lessons-learned, and strategies that could help substantially in ensuring campus and event safety, no matter the location or size. Listen now and hear more about:

  • Developing and implementing emergency action plans
  • Initial steps he would suggest to administrators and event coordinators
  • The most effective strategies he has implemented or observed
  • Success stories of interventions or programs that significantly improved security
  • Challenges that have emerged in the realm of school safety with the rise of digital platforms and social media
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-14280607 Tue, 09 Jan 2024 15:00:00 -0500 2755 music, speech and debate, theatre, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, emergency action plan, campus safety full false The Origin and Evolution of the NFHS Women in Leadership Team- She's Got Something to Say The Origin and Evolution of the NFHS Women in Leadership Team- She's Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Marketing and Social Media, Olivia Jennings as she speaks with NFHS Director of Sports, Julie Cochran on the origin and evolution of the Women in Leadership team. Cochran explains how she identified the need and began to create the program and the ways in which it has grown to serve our member states around the nation.

]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Marketing and Social Media, Olivia Jennings as she speaks with NFHS Director of Sports, Julie Cochran on the origin and evolution of the Women in Leadership team. Cochran explains how she identified the need and began to create the program and the ways in which it has grown to serve our member states around the nation.

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-14125610 Mon, 11 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500 1946 Women's Leadership, NFHS, Sports Administration, Feminism, Female Empowerment full false From Mozart to Mariachi - Why Music Education is The Best Job in The World with Ramon Rivera, Mount Vernon School District (WA) Mariachi Director From Mozart to Mariachi - Why Music Education is The Best Job in The World with Ramon Rivera, Mount Vernon School District (WA) Mariachi Director On this episode of The Stage, host Ken Burke speaks with Ramon Rivera, Mount Vernon School District Mariachi Director, Mariachi Artist, and 2023 Washington State Music Educator of the year. Ramon Rivera began teaching Mariachi in the late 90s and brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject and on educating to this conversation.

As he leads and educates students through music, he has built the most extensive Mariachi Program on the west side of the state of Washington in the Mount Vernon High School Mariachi & Folklorico program with over 200 students enrolled. 

Talking points for today's discussion:

  • How he initially became interested in music education 
  • The unique benefits that mariachi music and Folklorico brings to students
  • Letting students pursue their passions and any activity they want
  • How he has seen mariachi music education positively impact cultural awareness and appreciation
  • Ways in which parents and communities can support the growth of music education
  • Success stories about students whose lives have been positively impacted by their involvement in mariachi music education
]]> On this episode of The Stage, host Ken Burke speaks with Ramon Rivera, Mount Vernon School District Mariachi Director, Mariachi Artist, and 2023 Washington State Music Educator of the year. Ramon Rivera began teaching Mariachi in the late 90s and brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject and on educating to this conversation.

As he leads and educates students through music, he has built the most extensive Mariachi Program on the west side of the state of Washington in the Mount Vernon High School Mariachi & Folklorico program with over 200 students enrolled. 

Talking points for today's discussion:

  • How he initially became interested in music education 
  • The unique benefits that mariachi music and Folklorico brings to students
  • Letting students pursue their passions and any activity they want
  • How he has seen mariachi music education positively impact cultural awareness and appreciation
  • Ways in which parents and communities can support the growth of music education
  • Success stories about students whose lives have been positively impacted by their involvement in mariachi music education
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-14064958 Tue, 05 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2124 education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, Washington, music, mariachi, western, arts, high school, mozart, band, Folklorico full false How Grant Writing Helps Everyone with Dr. David Kelley, University of Cincinnati Professor and Master's Degree Coordinator How Grant Writing Helps Everyone with Dr. David Kelley, University of Cincinnati Professor and Master's Degree Coordinator On this episode, host Ken Burke interviews Dr. David Kelley, Associate Professor in the Sport Administration Program within the University of Cincinnati’s School of Human Services. He also currently serves as the Online Master’s Degree in Sport Administration Program Coordinator and has a wealth of knowledge not only on sport administration, but on grant writing, corporate sponsorships, and more!

Throughout this conversation, we discuss: 

  • Having a hands-on teaching approach
  • Growing programs from "humble beginnings"
  • Why it's important for educators and administrators to educate themselves on grant facilitation
  • The biggest challenge when it comes to fundraising and grant writing
  • Tips he would give for anyone that is interested in securing grants or writing them
]]> On this episode, host Ken Burke interviews Dr. David Kelley, Associate Professor in the Sport Administration Program within the University of Cincinnati’s School of Human Services. He also currently serves as the Online Master’s Degree in Sport Administration Program Coordinator and has a wealth of knowledge not only on sport administration, but on grant writing, corporate sponsorships, and more!

Throughout this conversation, we discuss: 

  • Having a hands-on teaching approach
  • Growing programs from "humble beginnings"
  • Why it's important for educators and administrators to educate themselves on grant facilitation
  • The biggest challenge when it comes to fundraising and grant writing
  • Tips he would give for anyone that is interested in securing grants or writing them
]]> Buzzsprout-13920218 Tue, 07 Nov 2023 08:00:00 -0500 1648 high school, music, speech and debate, theatre, nfhs, performing arts, advocacy, cincinnati, grants, grant writing full false Connecting the Arts With Communities and Businesses with Tooshar Swain, Director of Public Policy at Americans for the Arts Connecting the Arts With Communities and Businesses with Tooshar Swain, Director of Public Policy at Americans for the Arts On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Tooshar Swain, Director of Public Policy at Americans for the Arts. Before joining Americans for the Arts, Tooshar served as Director of Public Policy and Advocacy at the National Association for Music Education. Tooshar has made a career in Music Education, Policy, and Advocacy, and has even worked on Capitol Hill with the US Senate.

Throughout the conversation, you will hear more about:

  • How Americans for the Arts aims to promote recognition and support for the arts
  • Why his experience with the National Association for Music Education shaped his understanding of the challenges faced by music educators
  • Successes and achievements he's been involved in to make a positive impact on arts education
  •  The intersection between arts and policy
]]> On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Tooshar Swain, Director of Public Policy at Americans for the Arts. Before joining Americans for the Arts, Tooshar served as Director of Public Policy and Advocacy at the National Association for Music Education. Tooshar has made a career in Music Education, Policy, and Advocacy, and has even worked on Capitol Hill with the US Senate.

Throughout the conversation, you will hear more about:

  • How Americans for the Arts aims to promote recognition and support for the arts
  • Why his experience with the National Association for Music Education shaped his understanding of the challenges faced by music educators
  • Successes and achievements he's been involved in to make a positive impact on arts education
  •  The intersection between arts and policy
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-13788005 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1562 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, stage, theatre, speech and debate, high school full false How Missouri Has Grown Performing Arts Activities Under Davine Davis, Former Assistant Executive Director of MSHSAA How Missouri Has Grown Performing Arts Activities Under Davine Davis, Former Assistant Executive Director of MSHSAA Our guest today is Davine Davis, former Assistant Executive Director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Davine, who has recently retired, helped establish Missouri as one of the leading states in the country in terms of music and she has served on the NFHS Education Committee as well as the NFHS Spirit Rules Committee. She made a career out of strengthening relationships with music directors across the state of Missouri.

Listen and learn more about her career, what she learned throughout, and more, including: 

  • How Davine's teaching background helped her throughout her career with the MSHSAA
  • How she was able to stay plugged in with music directors across Missouri
  • The most challenging part of her duties
  • One thing that she wish she knew when she first started in this profession
  • Her pivotal role in pioneering a music festival software to help facilitate district and state festivals
]]> Our guest today is Davine Davis, former Assistant Executive Director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association. Davine, who has recently retired, helped establish Missouri as one of the leading states in the country in terms of music and she has served on the NFHS Education Committee as well as the NFHS Spirit Rules Committee. She made a career out of strengthening relationships with music directors across the state of Missouri.

Listen and learn more about her career, what she learned throughout, and more, including: 

  • How Davine's teaching background helped her throughout her career with the MSHSAA
  • How she was able to stay plugged in with music directors across Missouri
  • The most challenging part of her duties
  • One thing that she wish she knew when she first started in this profession
  • Her pivotal role in pioneering a music festival software to help facilitate district and state festivals
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-13685430 Tue, 03 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1060 high school, music, speech and debate, theatre, missouri, nfhs, performing arts, advocacy, mshsaa full false From Cheer to Music, What You Need to Know About Copyright with ClicknClear Founder Chantal Epp From Cheer to Music, What You Need to Know About Copyright with ClicknClear Founder Chantal Epp On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Chantal Epp! Chantal is the  Founder and CEO of ClicknClear. ClicknClear prioritizes music licensing for Choreographed Sports, Arts, and Fitness, and makes it easy! Chantal is a multiple award winning business founder and owner, an international cheerleader, and so much more that we will touch on throughout our conversation today.

Listen now and learn more about her career and life, including: 

  • Why/How she started ClicknClear
  • How her background in cheerleading and music assisted her in making connections for music rights
  • Why it's so important for schools, companies, and organizations to be educated on music licensing and copyright
  • How the NFHS and ClicknClear work together to help schools and organizations
]]> On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Chantal Epp! Chantal is the  Founder and CEO of ClicknClear. ClicknClear prioritizes music licensing for Choreographed Sports, Arts, and Fitness, and makes it easy! Chantal is a multiple award winning business founder and owner, an international cheerleader, and so much more that we will touch on throughout our conversation today.

Listen now and learn more about her career and life, including: 

  • Why/How she started ClicknClear
  • How her background in cheerleading and music assisted her in making connections for music rights
  • Why it's so important for schools, companies, and organizations to be educated on music licensing and copyright
  • How the NFHS and ClicknClear work together to help schools and organizations
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-13471371 Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1459 copyright, music rights, education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music full false From Teacher to Administrator, Creating Opportunities with Craig Manteuffel, Assistant Executive Director of KSHSAA and KMEA From Teacher to Administrator, Creating Opportunities with Craig Manteuffel, Assistant Executive Director of KSHSAA and KMEA On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Craig Manteuffel, Assistant Executive Director with the Kansas State High School Activities Association and newly appointed Assistant Executive Director of the Kansas Music Educators Association. In his role, Craig oversees Speech, Debate and Drama, Music, Piano administration, Sportsmanship and Event Sanctioning. He is also coming off of his time as the NFHS Music Advisory Committee Chair.

In this conversation, Craig gives insight into his teaching background, his love for the performing arts, and legendary stories that will make you laugh, think, and wonder. Listen today as we discuss: 

  • The best part of teaching in performing arts for nearly 30 years
  • Reflection on working at the KSHSAA and as the NFHS Music Committee Chair
  • Why state associations should work together within and throughout the NFHS
  • How he has seen the work done in the middle and high school space carry on for the rest of students’ lives
  • Why he loves Kansas City culture, football, and barbeque
]]> On this episode of The Stage, our guest today is Craig Manteuffel, Assistant Executive Director with the Kansas State High School Activities Association and newly appointed Assistant Executive Director of the Kansas Music Educators Association. In his role, Craig oversees Speech, Debate and Drama, Music, Piano administration, Sportsmanship and Event Sanctioning. He is also coming off of his time as the NFHS Music Advisory Committee Chair.

In this conversation, Craig gives insight into his teaching background, his love for the performing arts, and legendary stories that will make you laugh, think, and wonder. Listen today as we discuss: 

  • The best part of teaching in performing arts for nearly 30 years
  • Reflection on working at the KSHSAA and as the NFHS Music Committee Chair
  • Why state associations should work together within and throughout the NFHS
  • How he has seen the work done in the middle and high school space carry on for the rest of students’ lives
  • Why he loves Kansas City culture, football, and barbeque
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-13402099 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1643 education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, speech and debate, kansas full false Bridging the Gap Between Education and Retail with Amro Music Vice President and Podcast Host Nick Averwater Bridging the Gap Between Education and Retail with Amro Music Vice President and Podcast Host Nick Averwater On this episode of The Stage,  Nick Averwater, Vice President of Amro Music, joins the show today to discuss how the retail industry continues to support music education across the nation. Amro Music is the largest piano, band, and orchestra store in the Mid-South and one of the largest in the nation. It has been family-owned and operated in Memphis since 1921. Nick also hosts their podcast called "After Hours", in which he has conversations for music educators all across the nation!

Today, Nick and host Ken discuss a variety of topics from Nick's personal and professional life, including: 

  • What it's like to work for and run the Mid-South's largest music company
  • How to support music education from the retail industry
  • The work he does with NASMD, NAMM, and the Music Achievement Council
  • How the After Hours Podcast helps music educators
  • Challenges that music educators face today

Check out the After Hours Podcast!

]]> On this episode of The Stage,  Nick Averwater, Vice President of Amro Music, joins the show today to discuss how the retail industry continues to support music education across the nation. Amro Music is the largest piano, band, and orchestra store in the Mid-South and one of the largest in the nation. It has been family-owned and operated in Memphis since 1921. Nick also hosts their podcast called "After Hours", in which he has conversations for music educators all across the nation!

Today, Nick and host Ken discuss a variety of topics from Nick's personal and professional life, including: 

  • What it's like to work for and run the Mid-South's largest music company
  • How to support music education from the retail industry
  • The work he does with NASMD, NAMM, and the Music Achievement Council
  • How the After Hours Podcast helps music educators
  • Challenges that music educators face today

Check out the After Hours Podcast!

]]> Buzzsprout-13307295 Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1687 education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, retail, instrument full false 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Jamelle Brown - Speech & Debate Award Recipient 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Jamelle Brown - Speech & Debate Award Recipient On this episode of the Stage, we honor Jamelle Brown, 2023 NFHS Citation Award recipient for Speech and Debate. For those of you who remember, Jamelle was a guest on our show a few months ago, but we invited her back on to talk more about her education background, how it feels to win a NFHS Citation award, and more.

Jamelle is a high school speech and debate coach at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, teaching and inspiring students for years.  She was named the 2022 NFHS Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Award for Section 5 and has led speech and debate teams to a number of Kansas State Championships, along with holding so many leadership roles in the education world. Get ready to listen and learn from one of the brightest minds in the Speech and Debate profession!

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • Jamelle's thoughts on receiving the 2023 NFHS Speech & Debate Citation Award
  • Why women should hold leadership roles and her experiences as one
  • Why “Fear is NOT an Option”
  • How speech and debate pushes students creatively and intuitively unlike any other activity
  • What she hopes to accomplish next in her career

Listen to Jamelle's previous interview on The Stage: https://thenfhspodcast.buzzsprout.com/274814/12007412 

]]> On this episode of the Stage, we honor Jamelle Brown, 2023 NFHS Citation Award recipient for Speech and Debate. For those of you who remember, Jamelle was a guest on our show a few months ago, but we invited her back on to talk more about her education background, how it feels to win a NFHS Citation award, and more.

Jamelle is a high school speech and debate coach at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, teaching and inspiring students for years.  She was named the 2022 NFHS Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Award for Section 5 and has led speech and debate teams to a number of Kansas State Championships, along with holding so many leadership roles in the education world. Get ready to listen and learn from one of the brightest minds in the Speech and Debate profession!

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • Jamelle's thoughts on receiving the 2023 NFHS Speech & Debate Citation Award
  • Why women should hold leadership roles and her experiences as one
  • Why “Fear is NOT an Option”
  • How speech and debate pushes students creatively and intuitively unlike any other activity
  • What she hopes to accomplish next in her career

Listen to Jamelle's previous interview on The Stage: https://thenfhspodcast.buzzsprout.com/274814/12007412 

]]> Buzzsprout-13196780 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1142 theatre, education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, speech and debate full false 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Jennifer Brooks - Music Award Recipient 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Jennifer Brooks - Music Award Recipient Jennifer Brooks began her career in 1996 as a band and choir director for Banks (Oregon) Junior and Senior High School before moving to the David Douglas School District in Portland, Oregon, in 1998, where she currently works as the director of all music in the K-12 schools. Today, we get to talk to Jennifer about winning this year’s NFHS Music Citation Award, her career as an educator, and what she’s learned from holding numerous leadership roles with the NFHS, the Oregon Band Directors Association, and the Oregon Music Educators Association. 

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • The one thing Jennifer is most proud of
  • Analysis on her time serving on the NFHS Music Committee as a member and later as the Chair
  • Why she has felt called to educate the next generation on the importance of music in the world
  • Advice for young women in the performing arts education space
]]> Jennifer Brooks began her career in 1996 as a band and choir director for Banks (Oregon) Junior and Senior High School before moving to the David Douglas School District in Portland, Oregon, in 1998, where she currently works as the director of all music in the K-12 schools. Today, we get to talk to Jennifer about winning this year’s NFHS Music Citation Award, her career as an educator, and what she’s learned from holding numerous leadership roles with the NFHS, the Oregon Band Directors Association, and the Oregon Music Educators Association. 

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • The one thing Jennifer is most proud of
  • Analysis on her time serving on the NFHS Music Committee as a member and later as the Chair
  • Why she has felt called to educate the next generation on the importance of music in the world
  • Advice for young women in the performing arts education space
]]> Buzzsprout-13196756 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1047 theatre, education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, speech and debate full false 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Rebecca Meyer-Larson - Theatre Award Recipient 2023 NFHS Citation Award Spotlight: Rebecca Meyer-Larson - Theatre Award Recipient On this episode of the Stage, we are honoring Rebecca Meyer-Larson, 2023 NFHS Citation Award recipient for Theatre. Rebecca is a theatre and speech & debate educator at Moorhead High School in Minnesota and has led her students to MANY state titles, awards, and more. During her 32-year career, Meyer-Larson has received several honors including two U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Teacher awards, NFHS Outstanding Educator State Award and Spotlight Education Theater Educator Award, five Diamond Coach in the National Speech and Debate Association and the 2019 Minnesota State High School League AA Coach of the Year.

Today you as the listener get to hear from someone that puts her students first, has a passion for theatre and speech & debate, and gives excellent advice for students and educators on being able to have a life full of performing, laughter, and support. 

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • Rebecca's thoughts on receiving the 2023 NFHS Theatre Citation Award
  • How she has prioritized inclusivity and social change through education 
  • Why it's important to highlight the work and talent that students possess
  • Continuing theatre well into adulthood



]]> On this episode of the Stage, we are honoring Rebecca Meyer-Larson, 2023 NFHS Citation Award recipient for Theatre. Rebecca is a theatre and speech & debate educator at Moorhead High School in Minnesota and has led her students to MANY state titles, awards, and more. During her 32-year career, Meyer-Larson has received several honors including two U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Teacher awards, NFHS Outstanding Educator State Award and Spotlight Education Theater Educator Award, five Diamond Coach in the National Speech and Debate Association and the 2019 Minnesota State High School League AA Coach of the Year.

Today you as the listener get to hear from someone that puts her students first, has a passion for theatre and speech & debate, and gives excellent advice for students and educators on being able to have a life full of performing, laughter, and support. 

This series aims to shine light on all three of the 2023 Performing Arts NFHS Citation Award Recipients. Topics for this discussion include: 

  • Rebecca's thoughts on receiving the 2023 NFHS Theatre Citation Award
  • How she has prioritized inclusivity and social change through education 
  • Why it's important to highlight the work and talent that students possess
  • Continuing theatre well into adulthood



]]> Buzzsprout-13196642 Thu, 13 Jul 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1456 theatre, education, performing arts, advocacy, arts, NFHS, high school, music, speech and debate full false Music Education and Creative Industry Working Together with John Mlynczak, President and CEO of National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) Music Education and Creative Industry Working Together with John Mlynczak, President and CEO of National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM) On this episode of The Stage, John Mlynczak, the new President and CEO of National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), joins the show to discuss how music education and creative industry can work together to better the future of music as a whole. John has so much experience not only in the creative industry space, but also in the music education world, as well. He has worked as a music educator, the VP at Hal Leonard, and even in the music technology space. 

Some topics discussed in today's conversation:

  • How John's background in music education and music technology assisted in getting him to this point
  • What he hopes to accomplish in his presidency with NAMM
  • Importance of the NAMM Show for the creative industry
  • Relationship of music education and creative industry in 2033
  • Future plans for arts advocacy
  • His favorite hobby
]]> On this episode of The Stage, John Mlynczak, the new President and CEO of National Association of Music Merchants (NAMM), joins the show to discuss how music education and creative industry can work together to better the future of music as a whole. John has so much experience not only in the creative industry space, but also in the music education world, as well. He has worked as a music educator, the VP at Hal Leonard, and even in the music technology space. 

Some topics discussed in today's conversation:

  • How John's background in music education and music technology assisted in getting him to this point
  • What he hopes to accomplish in his presidency with NAMM
  • Importance of the NAMM Show for the creative industry
  • Relationship of music education and creative industry in 2033
  • Future plans for arts advocacy
  • His favorite hobby
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-13040590 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2090 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, arts, NAMM, creative industry, NFHS, high school full false Importance of Health and Wellness in Performing Arts with Physician & Athletes and the Arts Co-Founder/Podcast Host Dr. Steven Karageanes Importance of Health and Wellness in Performing Arts with Physician & Athletes and the Arts Co-Founder/Podcast Host Dr. Steven Karageanes Dr. Steven Karageanes is a primary care sports medicine physician at Restorative Physical Medicine, a founding member of Athletes and the Arts and co-hosts the Athletes and the Arts podcast, and is one of the first physicians in the United States certified in performing arts medicine by the Performing Arts Medical Association. 

Today, Dr. Karageanes joins the show today to discuss how to emphasize health and wellness within the performing arts space.  As he has been involved with medicine in athletics and the arts, he brings a unique perspective to this conversation. 

Listen today as we discuss:

  • Why it's important to advocate for physical and mental health within the performing arts space
  • Mission and goal of Athletes and the Arts
  • What he's learned from doing the Athletes and the Arts Podcast
  • Increasing awareness on performer health
  • How to advocate for all activities equally, creatively, and collectively
]]> Dr. Steven Karageanes is a primary care sports medicine physician at Restorative Physical Medicine, a founding member of Athletes and the Arts and co-hosts the Athletes and the Arts podcast, and is one of the first physicians in the United States certified in performing arts medicine by the Performing Arts Medical Association. 

Today, Dr. Karageanes joins the show today to discuss how to emphasize health and wellness within the performing arts space.  As he has been involved with medicine in athletics and the arts, he brings a unique perspective to this conversation. 

Listen today as we discuss:

  • Why it's important to advocate for physical and mental health within the performing arts space
  • Mission and goal of Athletes and the Arts
  • What he's learned from doing the Athletes and the Arts Podcast
  • Increasing awareness on performer health
  • How to advocate for all activities equally, creatively, and collectively
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12981898 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1803 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, arts, physician, stage, health, wellness full false Making an Impact through Adapted Sports Programs – She’s Got Something to Say Making an Impact through Adapted Sports Programs – She’s Got Something to Say Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner, as she speaks with Executive Director and Co-Founder of American Association of Adapted Sports Programs, Tommie Storms, to share her journey. Storms emphasizes the importance of offering inclusive opportunities for all and explains how AAASP came about.

]]> Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports, Jessie Benner, as she speaks with Executive Director and Co-Founder of American Association of Adapted Sports Programs, Tommie Storms, to share her journey. Storms emphasizes the importance of offering inclusive opportunities for all and explains how AAASP came about.

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12967439 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0400 1200 Georgia, NFHS, High Schools, State Associations, Education-based activities, Interscholastic Activities, Adapted Sports, Inclusion full false Teaching, Coaching, and Adjudicating Speech, Debate, and Theatre with Adam Jacobi, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts Association Teaching, Coaching, and Adjudicating Speech, Debate, and Theatre with Adam Jacobi, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts Association On this episode of The Stage,  Adam Jacobi, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts Association comes on the show. Adam has been involved in education, adjudication, communication, and so much more for 20-plus years, and he continues to work to bring opportunities for every student in Wisconsin. With a background with the NFHS, NSDA, high school outreach programs, and more, he has wisdom and advice for all educators involved in speech, debate, and theatre. 

Throughout the conversation, we discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

  • Why Adam has made a career out of advocating and teaching speech, debate, and theatre
  • His journey through educating, adjudicating, coaching, and more
  • His educating experience in China
  • How his work is helping high school students in Wisconsin 
  • The biggest challenges he's faced in his tenure
]]> On this episode of The Stage,  Adam Jacobi, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts Association comes on the show. Adam has been involved in education, adjudication, communication, and so much more for 20-plus years, and he continues to work to bring opportunities for every student in Wisconsin. With a background with the NFHS, NSDA, high school outreach programs, and more, he has wisdom and advice for all educators involved in speech, debate, and theatre. 

Throughout the conversation, we discuss a wide variety of topics, including:

  • Why Adam has made a career out of advocating and teaching speech, debate, and theatre
  • His journey through educating, adjudicating, coaching, and more
  • His educating experience in China
  • How his work is helping high school students in Wisconsin 
  • The biggest challenges he's faced in his tenure
]]> Buzzsprout-12858843 Tue, 16 May 2023 16:00:00 -0400 1926 education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, speech, debate, theatre, Wisconsin, arts, high school full false How to be a Creative Entrepreneur in Your Music Program with ACDA Executive Director Robyn Hilger How to be a Creative Entrepreneur in Your Music Program with ACDA Executive Director Robyn Hilger On this episode of The Stage, Robyn Hilger, Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association, joins the show to discuss what it means to have sustained creativeness and entrepreneurialism in the music classroom. With a wealth of knowledge within music education and advocacy, Hilger provides key information for all music educators looking for new, innovative ideas in their curriculums.

Learn from one of the brightest minds in music education and advocacy on:

  • Robyn's unique journey from band student to choral professional
  • Resources that ACDA gives for music educators and programs all over
  • Advice she would give for music educators in maintaining creativity and longevity
  • Her love for educating, advocating, and Formula 1 racing
]]> On this episode of The Stage, Robyn Hilger, Executive Director of the American Choral Directors Association, joins the show to discuss what it means to have sustained creativeness and entrepreneurialism in the music classroom. With a wealth of knowledge within music education and advocacy, Hilger provides key information for all music educators looking for new, innovative ideas in their curriculums.

Learn from one of the brightest minds in music education and advocacy on:

  • Robyn's unique journey from band student to choral professional
  • Resources that ACDA gives for music educators and programs all over
  • Advice she would give for music educators in maintaining creativity and longevity
  • Her love for educating, advocating, and Formula 1 racing
]]> Buzzsprout-12603385 Tue, 11 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2116 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast, choral, creative full false Music Education: It's All About Relationships with NAfME President Scott Sheehan Music Education: It's All About Relationships with NAfME President Scott Sheehan As March is Music In Our Schools Month, there is no better way to celebrate than talking with NAfME president Scott Sheehan on the importance of music education across the nation! Scott's presidency began last year, but he has been in music education for nearly three decades. As the Director of Bands and Music Department Chairperson at the Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School in Pennsylvania and former President of the NAfME Eastern Division, he continues his work in advocacy and relationship building throughout the entire country. 

While we celebrate music education this entire month,  this conversation provides context behind why we should be advocating for music in every school. There are central talking points in this discussion, too, including:

  • How Scott's background has helped him in his presidency
  • Resources for music educators all over in Music In Our Schools Month
  • Balancing advocacy, research, learning, and growth
  • The trajectory of music education opportunity in the US
  • Emphasizing collaboration and trust in music education
]]> As March is Music In Our Schools Month, there is no better way to celebrate than talking with NAfME president Scott Sheehan on the importance of music education across the nation! Scott's presidency began last year, but he has been in music education for nearly three decades. As the Director of Bands and Music Department Chairperson at the Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School in Pennsylvania and former President of the NAfME Eastern Division, he continues his work in advocacy and relationship building throughout the entire country. 

While we celebrate music education this entire month,  this conversation provides context behind why we should be advocating for music in every school. There are central talking points in this discussion, too, including:

  • How Scott's background has helped him in his presidency
  • Resources for music educators all over in Music In Our Schools Month
  • Balancing advocacy, research, learning, and growth
  • The trajectory of music education opportunity in the US
  • Emphasizing collaboration and trust in music education
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12431899 Thu, 16 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 2137 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast full false Growing Our Music Programs with Clemson University Band Director Mark Spede Growing Our Music Programs with Clemson University Band Director Mark Spede On this episode of the Stage, Dr. Mark Spede, Director of Bands at Clemson University, joins the show to discuss how to achieve growth and prosperity in music programs across the nation. As the recipient of the Clemson University 2009 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and a three-time recipient of the Clemson University Board of Trustees Awards for Faculty Excellence, Dr. Spede has a plethora of experience in not only growing programs, but maintaining success in the college setting. 

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Spede gives excellent advice to band directors across the country that want to grow their programs, whether that be at the collegiate level or the high school level. Listen and learn about:

  • What he looks for in high schoolers when recruiting for his band
  • The best part about leading bands and students at Clemson University
  • His involvement with the International Performing Arts Aerosol Study
  • How he's used his platform to see continuous growth at Clemson, going from 150+ band members to over 360 during his time at the university
  • Advice he would give to music educators about growth, success, and stability
]]> On this episode of the Stage, Dr. Mark Spede, Director of Bands at Clemson University, joins the show to discuss how to achieve growth and prosperity in music programs across the nation. As the recipient of the Clemson University 2009 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and a three-time recipient of the Clemson University Board of Trustees Awards for Faculty Excellence, Dr. Spede has a plethora of experience in not only growing programs, but maintaining success in the college setting. 

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Spede gives excellent advice to band directors across the country that want to grow their programs, whether that be at the collegiate level or the high school level. Listen and learn about:

  • What he looks for in high schoolers when recruiting for his band
  • The best part about leading bands and students at Clemson University
  • His involvement with the International Performing Arts Aerosol Study
  • How he's used his platform to see continuous growth at Clemson, going from 150+ band members to over 360 during his time at the university
  • Advice he would give to music educators about growth, success, and stability
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12430250 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1601 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast full false The Positive Impact of Education-Based Activities – She’s Got Something to Say The Positive Impact of Education-Based Activities – She’s Got Something to Say Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services, Dana Pappas as she speaks with WIAA Assistant Executive Director, Cindy Adsit to share why she believes education-based activities are a foundation for creating a better society. Adsit explains how she got her start in interscholastic activities and why she loves working with adults who focus on creating opportunities for students to participate.

]]> Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services, Dana Pappas as she speaks with WIAA Assistant Executive Director, Cindy Adsit to share why she believes education-based activities are a foundation for creating a better society. Adsit explains how she got her start in interscholastic activities and why she loves working with adults who focus on creating opportunities for students to participate.

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12347115 Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1014 WIAA, Washington, NFHS, High Schools, State Associations, Education-based activities, Interscholastic Activities full false Opportunities for Every Student with United Sound Founder and CEO Julie Duty Opportunities for Every Student with United Sound Founder and CEO Julie Duty On this episode of The Stage, Julie Duty, founder and CEO of United Sound, comes on to discuss the importance of creating opportunities for every student through music. As a sought after speaker, presenter, and while serving as a member of The Midwest Clinic Advisory Board, Music for All’s Advocacy in Action Committee, The Institute for Composer Diversity Advisory Council, and as the Vice Chair of the Tempe Winds Board of Directors, she continuously provides her perspective through music education.

Throughout the conversation, not only does Julie provide clarity on how to bring students together through music, she also lays out how United Sound started, what the organization does for music programs all over, and the importance of meeting students where they are in the music educational experience. 

Listen out for key discussion points, such as:

  • Why Julie started United Sound
  • Relationship building in music education
  • The benefit of music for students with disabilities
  • Why educators should advocate for music for all students
  • How educators can get involved with United Sound
]]> On this episode of The Stage, Julie Duty, founder and CEO of United Sound, comes on to discuss the importance of creating opportunities for every student through music. As a sought after speaker, presenter, and while serving as a member of The Midwest Clinic Advisory Board, Music for All’s Advocacy in Action Committee, The Institute for Composer Diversity Advisory Council, and as the Vice Chair of the Tempe Winds Board of Directors, she continuously provides her perspective through music education.

Throughout the conversation, not only does Julie provide clarity on how to bring students together through music, she also lays out how United Sound started, what the organization does for music programs all over, and the importance of meeting students where they are in the music educational experience. 

Listen out for key discussion points, such as:

  • Why Julie started United Sound
  • Relationship building in music education
  • The benefit of music for students with disabilities
  • Why educators should advocate for music for all students
  • How educators can get involved with United Sound
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12297478 Tue, 21 Feb 2023 12:00:00 -0500 2348 full false Navigating, Advocating, and Implementing Music Initiatives with ASTA Executive Director Lynn Tuttle Navigating, Advocating, and Implementing Music Initiatives with ASTA Executive Director Lynn Tuttle The navigation, advocation, and implementation of music initiatives at your school can be a daunting, confusing task at times. This episode can serve as a guide to help those in education, coming from one of the brightest minds in the music profession today!

On this episode of The Stage, ASTA executive director Lynn Tuttle comes on the show to talk about the work she does as a lifelong musician, non-profit professional, and advocate for the arts. Throughout the conversation with host Ken Burke, Lynn gives excellent advice for parents, educators, and communities that want to make an impact on students through music. 

Make sure to listen out for key topics that Lynn and Ken discuss, like: 

  • Lynn's recollection of her childhood musical experience
  • How Lynn got into the world of arts advocacy
  • Navigating educational resources as an educator or administrator
  • Initiatives that are ahead for ASTA
  • What it's like to be surrounded with a family of musicians
]]> The navigation, advocation, and implementation of music initiatives at your school can be a daunting, confusing task at times. This episode can serve as a guide to help those in education, coming from one of the brightest minds in the music profession today!

On this episode of The Stage, ASTA executive director Lynn Tuttle comes on the show to talk about the work she does as a lifelong musician, non-profit professional, and advocate for the arts. Throughout the conversation with host Ken Burke, Lynn gives excellent advice for parents, educators, and communities that want to make an impact on students through music. 

Make sure to listen out for key topics that Lynn and Ken discuss, like: 

  • Lynn's recollection of her childhood musical experience
  • How Lynn got into the world of arts advocacy
  • Navigating educational resources as an educator or administrator
  • Initiatives that are ahead for ASTA
  • What it's like to be surrounded with a family of musicians
]]> Buzzsprout-12195540 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1320 full false Educational Theatre: Healing, Growth, and Leadership with EdTA Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Katona Educational Theatre: Healing, Growth, and Leadership with EdTA Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Katona Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Katona joins the show today to discuss how EdTA provides resources and support for theatre programs across the nation. Dr. Katona comes from a 30-year teaching background and was even awarded for her tireless pursuit of theatre education with the 2014 President’s Award for Outstanding Faculty Service at CCNY.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Katona and host Ken Burke bring up important issues for theatre educators, including: 

  • What she learned as an educator in Brooklyn
  • Leading and educating through adversity
  • Her personal desires of having theatre programs in every school across the country
  • The mission of EdTA
  • The connection between EdTA and the International Thespian Society
  • Resources that the team at EdTA provides
]]> Educational Theatre Association (EdTA) Executive Director Dr. Jennifer Katona joins the show today to discuss how EdTA provides resources and support for theatre programs across the nation. Dr. Katona comes from a 30-year teaching background and was even awarded for her tireless pursuit of theatre education with the 2014 President’s Award for Outstanding Faculty Service at CCNY.

Throughout the conversation, Dr. Katona and host Ken Burke bring up important issues for theatre educators, including: 

  • What she learned as an educator in Brooklyn
  • Leading and educating through adversity
  • Her personal desires of having theatre programs in every school across the country
  • The mission of EdTA
  • The connection between EdTA and the International Thespian Society
  • Resources that the team at EdTA provides
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12110673 Tue, 24 Jan 2023 15:00:00 -0500 1528 full false Living the Dream as a Speech & Debate Educator with Kansas Educator Jamelle Brown Living the Dream as a Speech & Debate Educator with Kansas Educator Jamelle Brown On this episode of The Stage, Jamelle Brown comes on the podcast to talk about her experiences of living her dream as a speech and debate educator. Jamelle is a high school speech and debate coach at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, teaching and inspiring students for years!  Jamelle was also named the 2022 NFHS Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Award for Section 5 and has led speech and debate teams to a number of Kansas State Championships.

This episode serves as a friendly reminder for educators around of the passion and love for education that so many possess in the profession. Throughout the interview, important topics are discussed about her experiences as an educator and speech and debate, including:

  • Why she's wanted to be an educator all of her life
  • How to encourage students to participate in speech and debate
  • The balance of being educational and enjoyable
  • Her involvement in the NSDA's Black Coaches Caucus and Women’s Coaches Caucus
]]> On this episode of The Stage, Jamelle Brown comes on the podcast to talk about her experiences of living her dream as a speech and debate educator. Jamelle is a high school speech and debate coach at Sumner Academy of Arts and Science in Kansas City, Kansas, teaching and inspiring students for years!  Jamelle was also named the 2022 NFHS Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Award for Section 5 and has led speech and debate teams to a number of Kansas State Championships.

This episode serves as a friendly reminder for educators around of the passion and love for education that so many possess in the profession. Throughout the interview, important topics are discussed about her experiences as an educator and speech and debate, including:

  • Why she's wanted to be an educator all of her life
  • How to encourage students to participate in speech and debate
  • The balance of being educational and enjoyable
  • Her involvement in the NSDA's Black Coaches Caucus and Women’s Coaches Caucus
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-12007412 Tue, 10 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1566 full false She's Got Something to Say - Francine Martin (KSHSAA) She's Got Something to Say - Francine Martin (KSHSAA) This is the tenth episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services Dana Pappas as she sits with Francine Martin, Assistant Executive Director of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) to discuss her career journey and who has impacted her along the way. 

After serving the KSHSAA membership for 18 years, Martin is set to retire in June of 2023. Her impressive career was celebrated last year with her induction into the National High School Hall of Fame. Listen as Martin shares why she believes mentorship is so important and how she was able to build strong relationships throughout her career.

]]> This is the tenth episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services Dana Pappas as she sits with Francine Martin, Assistant Executive Director of the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA) to discuss her career journey and who has impacted her along the way. 

After serving the KSHSAA membership for 18 years, Martin is set to retire in June of 2023. Her impressive career was celebrated last year with her induction into the National High School Hall of Fame. Listen as Martin shares why she believes mentorship is so important and how she was able to build strong relationships throughout her career.

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11979855 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1849 full false Emphasizing Communication and Dialogue Through Theatre with EdTA Education Director Cory Wilkerson Emphasizing Communication and Dialogue Through Theatre with EdTA Education Director Cory Wilkerson How can theatre emphasize communication and dialogue in high schools today? What does it mean to have community standards in music? What in the WORLD is going on in theatre today??? Listen to this episode to find out!

On this episode of The Stage,  Cory Wilkerson, Education Director at the Education Theatre Association (EdTA) comes on to discuss initiatives, lessons-learned, and tips for theatre educators! Cory has a passion for theatre education and continues to provide resources for theatre teachers across the nation through EdTA. With her knowledge, Cory and host Ken Burke deep-dive into:

  • The mission of EdTA
  • Her love for theatre and education
  • Thespy Awards
  • Protecting and advocating for theatre programs across the nation
  • Relying on your calendar (amongst other things) to aid your life
]]> How can theatre emphasize communication and dialogue in high schools today? What does it mean to have community standards in music? What in the WORLD is going on in theatre today??? Listen to this episode to find out!

On this episode of The Stage,  Cory Wilkerson, Education Director at the Education Theatre Association (EdTA) comes on to discuss initiatives, lessons-learned, and tips for theatre educators! Cory has a passion for theatre education and continues to provide resources for theatre teachers across the nation through EdTA. With her knowledge, Cory and host Ken Burke deep-dive into:

  • The mission of EdTA
  • Her love for theatre and education
  • Thespy Awards
  • Protecting and advocating for theatre programs across the nation
  • Relying on your calendar (amongst other things) to aid your life
]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11818446 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1320 full false Preparing Students For Life with Save The Music Foundation CPO Chiho Feindler Preparing Students For Life with Save The Music Foundation CPO Chiho Feindler On this episode of The Stage, Save The Music Foundation Chief Program Officer and 2017 Casio Leadership in Music Education Award recipient Chiho Feindler comes on to discuss how parents, educators, and administrators can prepare students for life. As Chiho has been involved with music education for years, she provides her secrets to sustained success, thoughts on why music education is important for every student involved, and her amazing journey to where she is now!

Feindler and host Ken Burke lay out what steps can be taken to improve music education nationally,  how the Save The Music Foundation aids programs across the world annually, and how music programs can be sustainable even through uncertain times. Listen and learn more about what it takes to help prepare students for their future!

Check out the Save The Music Foundation!

]]> On this episode of The Stage, Save The Music Foundation Chief Program Officer and 2017 Casio Leadership in Music Education Award recipient Chiho Feindler comes on to discuss how parents, educators, and administrators can prepare students for life. As Chiho has been involved with music education for years, she provides her secrets to sustained success, thoughts on why music education is important for every student involved, and her amazing journey to where she is now!

Feindler and host Ken Burke lay out what steps can be taken to improve music education nationally,  how the Save The Music Foundation aids programs across the world annually, and how music programs can be sustainable even through uncertain times. Listen and learn more about what it takes to help prepare students for their future!

Check out the Save The Music Foundation!

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11736528 Tue, 22 Nov 2022 05:00:00 -0500 1610 full false Reinvigorating String Education with Bob Gillespie, THE Ohio State University Reinvigorating String Education with Bob Gillespie, THE Ohio State University With his experiences in music education and his work in string pedagogy, violinist, conductor, and professor Bob Gillespie joins the podcast to share his thoughts on how he has achieved great success in the music world. As some have claimed him the godfather of string pedagogy, Bob has written texts on string education, including the world-renowned books  Essential Elements for Strings and Strategies for Teaching Strings: Building A Successful School Orchestra Program, conducted countless performances, and has been involved with music projects throughout his entire career. 

On this episode, Bob and Ken discuss how educators around the nation can reinvigorate their string programs and music programs in general, his work with the American String Teachers Association, and how he has become one of the most sought-after guest conductors in the nation. Listen out for his subtle wisdom, lifelong advice, and how he continues to stay involved with the OSU students, bands, and community!

]]> With his experiences in music education and his work in string pedagogy, violinist, conductor, and professor Bob Gillespie joins the podcast to share his thoughts on how he has achieved great success in the music world. As some have claimed him the godfather of string pedagogy, Bob has written texts on string education, including the world-renowned books  Essential Elements for Strings and Strategies for Teaching Strings: Building A Successful School Orchestra Program, conducted countless performances, and has been involved with music projects throughout his entire career. 

On this episode, Bob and Ken discuss how educators around the nation can reinvigorate their string programs and music programs in general, his work with the American String Teachers Association, and how he has become one of the most sought-after guest conductors in the nation. Listen out for his subtle wisdom, lifelong advice, and how he continues to stay involved with the OSU students, bands, and community!

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11649637 Tue, 08 Nov 2022 06:00:00 -0500 2097 full false Kickin' It In with Public Speaker and Music Advocate Fran Kick Kickin' It In with Public Speaker and Music Advocate Fran Kick As a former educator, now author, public speaker, and music advocate, Fran Kick has dedicated his life in helping the next generation of students through his speaking and educating abilities. As he travels all across the world speaking, Kick takes an interactive approach in his lessons, and gives resources that students, parents, and teachers can use for the rest of their lives!

On this episode of The Stage, Kick joins Ken Burke to discuss how he has managed to achieve success through teaching students about the importance of music and the work he continues to do with national organizations like the NFHS, Music for All, and more! Listen as he explains how he moved from educating to speaking, why he wrote his books Kick It In and What Makes Kids Kick, and an important event coming up for students involved in band called the Future Music Educators Experience in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

Check out Fran Kick's resources here: https://www.kickitin.com/

]]> As a former educator, now author, public speaker, and music advocate, Fran Kick has dedicated his life in helping the next generation of students through his speaking and educating abilities. As he travels all across the world speaking, Kick takes an interactive approach in his lessons, and gives resources that students, parents, and teachers can use for the rest of their lives!

On this episode of The Stage, Kick joins Ken Burke to discuss how he has managed to achieve success through teaching students about the importance of music and the work he continues to do with national organizations like the NFHS, Music for All, and more! Listen as he explains how he moved from educating to speaking, why he wrote his books Kick It In and What Makes Kids Kick, and an important event coming up for students involved in band called the Future Music Educators Experience in Indianapolis, Indiana. 

Check out Fran Kick's resources here: https://www.kickitin.com/

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11560379 Tue, 25 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1448 full false Marching with the Illini with Band Director Barry Houser Marching with the Illini with Band Director Barry Houser Barry Houser, Director of the Marching Illini, Associate Director of Bands,  Director of the Fighting Illini Athletic Bands, and Clinical Associate Professor of Music of the University of Illinois joins The Stage to discuss his life experiences in music and advocating for music. Barry has a hand in a number of different band activities at Illinois, as well as teaching and directing band camps, and directing bands that have performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the NBC Today Show, the Indy 500 Parade, along with many more. 

On this episode, Houser joins Ken Burke to talk about a number of different topics within his expertise, including how important it is to have band and music programs in schools across the country, the difference between successful music programs and those that struggle, and what being the Director of the Marching Illini has taught him. Throughout the conversation, it's clear that Barry continuously strives to be the best possible version of himself, and even gives tips for educators and administrators that are involved in music. 

]]> Barry Houser, Director of the Marching Illini, Associate Director of Bands,  Director of the Fighting Illini Athletic Bands, and Clinical Associate Professor of Music of the University of Illinois joins The Stage to discuss his life experiences in music and advocating for music. Barry has a hand in a number of different band activities at Illinois, as well as teaching and directing band camps, and directing bands that have performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, the NBC Today Show, the Indy 500 Parade, along with many more. 

On this episode, Houser joins Ken Burke to talk about a number of different topics within his expertise, including how important it is to have band and music programs in schools across the country, the difference between successful music programs and those that struggle, and what being the Director of the Marching Illini has taught him. Throughout the conversation, it's clear that Barry continuously strives to be the best possible version of himself, and even gives tips for educators and administrators that are involved in music. 

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11470977 Tue, 11 Oct 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2072 music, education, performing arts, advocacy, podcast full false Rock Violins, Emmy Awards, and Electrifying Symphonies with Electric Violinist Mark Wood Rock Violins, Emmy Awards, and Electrifying Symphonies with Electric Violinist Mark Wood Mark Wood is a legend in the violin world and music community. Mark has accomplished so much in his life, including creating the first solid body electric violin, traveling the world performing with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Celine Dione, and Billy Joel (along with so many others), and now rocking out with students throughout the nation. As he has studied and learned from some of the brightest names in the music world, the "Van Halen of the Violin World" has earned countless awards including an Emmy Award in his time performing and now spends his life and skills advocating for music globally.

Mark Wood joins Ken Burke on The Stage to talk about his life as a rock violinist and how he changed the world by bringing together the classical violin style with rock and roll. Mark and Ken discuss changing the violin industry, how it has been performing with some of the biggest stars and groups in music, and why he started the Mark Wood Music Foundation. Mark even gives listeners a glance into his world on the episode as he rocks out on his violin in the interview!

As a part of his Electrify Your Symphony  movement, Mark's Breakout Tour kicks off in October, so make sure to visit Mark's website for locations and tickets now!

http://www.markwoodmusic.com/

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NFHS website : https://www.nfhs.org/

]]> Mark Wood is a legend in the violin world and music community. Mark has accomplished so much in his life, including creating the first solid body electric violin, traveling the world performing with the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, Celine Dione, and Billy Joel (along with so many others), and now rocking out with students throughout the nation. As he has studied and learned from some of the brightest names in the music world, the "Van Halen of the Violin World" has earned countless awards including an Emmy Award in his time performing and now spends his life and skills advocating for music globally.

Mark Wood joins Ken Burke on The Stage to talk about his life as a rock violinist and how he changed the world by bringing together the classical violin style with rock and roll. Mark and Ken discuss changing the violin industry, how it has been performing with some of the biggest stars and groups in music, and why he started the Mark Wood Music Foundation. Mark even gives listeners a glance into his world on the episode as he rocks out on his violin in the interview!

As a part of his Electrify Your Symphony  movement, Mark's Breakout Tour kicks off in October, so make sure to visit Mark's website for locations and tickets now!

http://www.markwoodmusic.com/

Make sure to like, subscribe, and leave a rating!

Follow us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn!

NFHS website : https://www.nfhs.org/

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11388312 Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 2671 full false Taking A Bullet for Music with Mike Plunkett Taking A Bullet for Music with Mike Plunkett Mike Plunkett - Former Assistant Director with the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association joins The Stage to share his journey through performing arts and performing arts education. Mike has played a major role not just in music education in Oklahoma, but across the nation! As he has had a hand in creating performing arts resources, NFHS Learn courses, and systems, Mike has had significant impacts on the world of music, theatre, and speech and debate.

Listen to this entertaining and educational interview as Mike and Ken share unbelievable stories and discuss key topics like how to excel in performing arts education, the importance of participating in performing arts, and why he stayed in the profession for decades. 

]]> Mike Plunkett - Former Assistant Director with the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association joins The Stage to share his journey through performing arts and performing arts education. Mike has played a major role not just in music education in Oklahoma, but across the nation! As he has had a hand in creating performing arts resources, NFHS Learn courses, and systems, Mike has had significant impacts on the world of music, theatre, and speech and debate.

Listen to this entertaining and educational interview as Mike and Ken share unbelievable stories and discuss key topics like how to excel in performing arts education, the importance of participating in performing arts, and why he stayed in the profession for decades. 

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11304144 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1423 full false Music Advocacy: Taking Action for Their Future with Bob Morrison Music Advocacy: Taking Action for Their Future with Bob Morrison On this episode of The Stage, Bob Morrison joins the show to discuss his lifelong journey in music advocacy. As the CEO of Quadrant Research and former Executive Director of Arts Education NJ,  Bob talks about his experiences playing in bands and orchestras as a child, to now advocating for music participation globally. The Emmy and Peabody winner shares his thoughts on why participating in music is so important for so many people's lives and why he has worked nearly his entire life to provide opportunities for musicians across the nation. 

Along with other important topics and learning from Bob about his life, the main focus of this episode was to share Bob's thoughts on a monumental project for music education that he has had a hand in creating. The Arts Education Data Project is now available for any and all individuals that want to see the status and condition of music participation in the US today. This project is the first of its kind and provides key statistics in understanding the state of music education in America today. Click the link below to view the Arts Education Data Project interactive website and learn more today!

Arts Education Data Project: https://artseddata.org/national_report_2019/

]]> On this episode of The Stage, Bob Morrison joins the show to discuss his lifelong journey in music advocacy. As the CEO of Quadrant Research and former Executive Director of Arts Education NJ,  Bob talks about his experiences playing in bands and orchestras as a child, to now advocating for music participation globally. The Emmy and Peabody winner shares his thoughts on why participating in music is so important for so many people's lives and why he has worked nearly his entire life to provide opportunities for musicians across the nation. 

Along with other important topics and learning from Bob about his life, the main focus of this episode was to share Bob's thoughts on a monumental project for music education that he has had a hand in creating. The Arts Education Data Project is now available for any and all individuals that want to see the status and condition of music participation in the US today. This project is the first of its kind and provides key statistics in understanding the state of music education in America today. Click the link below to view the Arts Education Data Project interactive website and learn more today!

Arts Education Data Project: https://artseddata.org/national_report_2019/

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11304013 Tue, 13 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400 2502 full false Communication Advice from a Professional with Jon Oglesby Communication Advice from a Professional with Jon Oglesby Former broadcaster and Utah High School Activities Association Assistant Director Jon Oglesby stars on this episode of The Stage! Jon has had a unique journey throughout his career, while having a number of different opportunities with college programs and conferences, professional teams like the Utah Jazz, and now as a director with the UHSAA. Listen as Jon gives advice on how to grow both as a leader and as a communicator, all while tying it back to his days of being involved with speech and debate. 

This episode has many different topics, but tune in to hear how speech and debate has helped Jon throughout his career, how Jon went from play-by-play announcing to a high school association, and more! As the keynote speaker for the 2022 Performing Arts Conference, Jon even gives a sneak peak of what he will bring to the table in his address to hundreds of people!

]]> Former broadcaster and Utah High School Activities Association Assistant Director Jon Oglesby stars on this episode of The Stage! Jon has had a unique journey throughout his career, while having a number of different opportunities with college programs and conferences, professional teams like the Utah Jazz, and now as a director with the UHSAA. Listen as Jon gives advice on how to grow both as a leader and as a communicator, all while tying it back to his days of being involved with speech and debate. 

This episode has many different topics, but tune in to hear how speech and debate has helped Jon throughout his career, how Jon went from play-by-play announcing to a high school association, and more! As the keynote speaker for the 2022 Performing Arts Conference, Jon even gives a sneak peak of what he will bring to the table in his address to hundreds of people!

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11223880 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:00:00 -0400 2322 full false How to Stay Cool with Dr. Neha Raukar How to Stay Cool with Dr. Neha Raukar On this episode of The Stage, Dr. Neha P. Raukar, M.D., M.S. brings her knowledge of medicine on the show to discuss heat illnesses and the harmful realities that plague sports and activities outside. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Raukar breaks down why heat illnesses have become so prevalent in the last couple of decades and what coaches, educators, and administrators can do to prevent students from being affected by the heat. 

Dr. Raukar has a lot of experience in this field and provides key insights into why the heat is becoming such a factor for performers and athletes across the US. Listen and educate yourself on an issue that not only could prevent an injury or illness, but also death. Through this conversation, Dr. Raukar shares personal stories and her thoughts on a variety of topics related to heat illness prevention.

]]> On this episode of The Stage, Dr. Neha P. Raukar, M.D., M.S. brings her knowledge of medicine on the show to discuss heat illnesses and the harmful realities that plague sports and activities outside. Throughout the conversation, Dr. Raukar breaks down why heat illnesses have become so prevalent in the last couple of decades and what coaches, educators, and administrators can do to prevent students from being affected by the heat. 

Dr. Raukar has a lot of experience in this field and provides key insights into why the heat is becoming such a factor for performers and athletes across the US. Listen and educate yourself on an issue that not only could prevent an injury or illness, but also death. Through this conversation, Dr. Raukar shares personal stories and her thoughts on a variety of topics related to heat illness prevention.

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11223739 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 06:00:00 -0400 1256 full false From Mute to Millions: How Scott Wunn Continues to Modernize Speech and Debate From Mute to Millions: How Scott Wunn Continues to Modernize Speech and Debate On this episode, NSDA Executive Director Scott Wunn joins The Stage to discuss how he and the NSDA continue to modernize speech and debate. Scott, who has had enormous success both as a coach and as a director, talks about a wide variety of topics, including how he has been able to grow speech and debate in today's technological world, who he looked up to as a speech and debate coach (someone you may not assume), and so much more! Listen and learn from one of the biggest names in the speech and debate world as he explains why this activity is such a crucial part of the high school experience.

NFHS website : https://www.nfhs.org/
NSDA website : https://www.speechanddebate.org/

]]> On this episode, NSDA Executive Director Scott Wunn joins The Stage to discuss how he and the NSDA continue to modernize speech and debate. Scott, who has had enormous success both as a coach and as a director, talks about a wide variety of topics, including how he has been able to grow speech and debate in today's technological world, who he looked up to as a speech and debate coach (someone you may not assume), and so much more! Listen and learn from one of the biggest names in the speech and debate world as he explains why this activity is such a crucial part of the high school experience.

NFHS website : https://www.nfhs.org/
NSDA website : https://www.speechanddebate.org/

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-11223632 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400 2548 full false Career Advancement Advice from a Hall of Famer - She's Got Something to Say (Becky Oakes) Career Advancement Advice from a Hall of Famer - She's Got Something to Say (Becky Oakes) This is the ninth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Sports, Lindsey Atkinson as she sits with retired NFHS Director of Sports/Executive Director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association, Becky Oakes to discuss the ongoing Title IX celebration and how the law impacted her career journey.

]]> This is the ninth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Sports, Lindsey Atkinson as she sits with retired NFHS Director of Sports/Executive Director of the Missouri State High School Activities Association, Becky Oakes to discuss the ongoing Title IX celebration and how the law impacted her career journey.

]]> Becky Oakes Buzzsprout-11167437 Fri, 19 Aug 2022 15:00:00 -0400 2128 MSHSAA, NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Indiana, Missouri, Becky Oakes, Title IX, Women in Leadership, High School Sports 2 24 full false She's Got Something To Say - Mildred Ball (Retired IHSAA) She's Got Something To Say - Mildred Ball (Retired IHSAA) This is the eighth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Sports, Sandy Searcy as she sits with retired Assistant Commissioner of the IHSAA, Mildred Ball while she shares her career journey and offers words of wisdom along the way.

]]> This is the eighth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Sports, Sandy Searcy as she sits with retired Assistant Commissioner of the IHSAA, Mildred Ball while she shares her career journey and offers words of wisdom along the way.

]]> Mildred Ball Buzzsprout-10725718 Thu, 02 Jun 2022 11:00:00 -0400 2673 IHSAA, NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Indiana, Mildred Ball, Title IX, Women in Leadership, High School Sports 2 23 full false She's Got Something To Say - Colleen Maguire (NJSIAA) She's Got Something To Say - Colleen Maguire (NJSIAA) This is the seventh podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Angela Williams as she speaks with NJSIAA Executive Director, Colleen Maguire about her leadership style and the impact of Title IX on her life.

]]> This is the seventh podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Angela Williams as she speaks with NJSIAA Executive Director, Colleen Maguire about her leadership style and the impact of Title IX on her life.

]]> Colleen Maguire Buzzsprout-10136360 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500 1520 NJSIAA, Colleen Maguire, Title IX, Women in Sport, Womens Leadership, Inclusion, DEI, New Jersey, NFHS, National Federation, Executive Director, High School Sports, High School Activities, High School, State Associations 2 22 full false She's Got Something To Say - Stephanie Hauser (WIAA) She's Got Something To Say - Stephanie Hauser (WIAA) This is the sixth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services Dana Pappas as she speaks with Executive Director of the WIAA, Stephanie Hauser about her mentors, the importance of education-based athletics and what Title IX means to her.

]]> This is the sixth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Director of Officiating Services Dana Pappas as she speaks with Executive Director of the WIAA, Stephanie Hauser about her mentors, the importance of education-based athletics and what Title IX means to her.

]]> Stephanie Hauser Buzzsprout-9840798 Thu, 06 Jan 2022 09:00:00 -0500 2494 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Stephanie Hauser, WIAA, Wisconsin, Title IX, High School, Women in Leadership, High School Sports, High School Activities, 1 21 full false She's Got Something To Say - Rhonda Blanford-Green (CHSAA) She's Got Something To Say - Rhonda Blanford-Green (CHSAA) This is the fifth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she speaks with CHSAA Commissioner, Rhonda Blanford-Green about her career journey, being a woman in a leadership position, her leadership style, and Title IX. 

]]> This is the fifth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she speaks with CHSAA Commissioner, Rhonda Blanford-Green about her career journey, being a woman in a leadership position, her leadership style, and Title IX. 

]]> Rhonda Blanford-Green Buzzsprout-9130277 Thu, 02 Sep 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2946 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Rhonda Blanford-Green, Blanford, Rhonda, CHSAA, Colorado, Title IX, High School, Nebraska, Hall of Fame, Louisiana, High School Sports, High School Activities, Leadership, Women in leadership 1 20 full false She's Got Something To Say - Theresia Wynns (NFHS) She's Got Something To Say - Theresia Wynns (NFHS) This is the fourth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she spoke with NFHS Director of Officials and Sport, Theresia Wynns about her career journey and what it takes to be a leader in the education industry. 

]]> This is the fourth podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she spoke with NFHS Director of Officials and Sport, Theresia Wynns about her career journey and what it takes to be a leader in the education industry. 

]]> Theresia Wynns Buzzsprout-8718725 Thu, 17 Jun 2021 08:00:00 -0400 2378 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Theresia Wynns, Indiana, Officiating, High School Officials, Hall of Fame, High School Sports, High School Activities, Leadership, Women in leadership, Black History Month, Womens History Month 1 19 full false The Stage - Leadership and Culture with Barry Houser - Why Do Some Ensembles Fail and Why Others Succeed? The Stage - Leadership and Culture with Barry Houser - Why Do Some Ensembles Fail and Why Others Succeed? How many of you have some negative influences or people in your ensembles or organizations? Are YOU the negative influence?

Why do some ensembles or organizations seem to have culture and positivity figured out, while others do not? The “I get to” vs “I have to” mindset is important to creating a positive culture in your organization.

Guest: Barry L. Houser, Director of the University of Illinois Marching Illini

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]]> How many of you have some negative influences or people in your ensembles or organizations? Are YOU the negative influence?

Why do some ensembles or organizations seem to have culture and positivity figured out, while others do not? The “I get to” vs “I have to” mindset is important to creating a positive culture in your organization.

Guest: Barry L. Houser, Director of the University of Illinois Marching Illini

Watch the Video Version

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-8342691 Thu, 15 Apr 2021 15:00:00 -0400 601 Marching Illini, Barry L. Houser, Barry Houser, University of Illinois, Illinois, Big Ten, Ensemble, Culture, NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, Music, Marching Band, Positivity, Positive Attitude, Leadership, Energy, James Weaver, CBDNA 1 18 full false She's Got Something To Say - Donna Polk (DIAA) She's Got Something To Say - Donna Polk (DIAA) This is the third podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Angela Williams as she spoke with DIAA Executive Director, Donna Polk about what it takes to be a leader in high school sports, what sports mean to her and how they have played a role in her life. 

]]> This is the third podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Angela Williams as she spoke with DIAA Executive Director, Donna Polk about what it takes to be a leader in high school sports, what sports mean to her and how they have played a role in her life. 

]]> Donna Polk Buzzsprout-8082296 Fri, 05 Mar 2021 09:00:00 -0500 1453 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Donna Polk, DIAA, Delaware, Delaware Interscholastic Athletic Association, High School Sports, High School Activities, Leadership, Women in leadership, Black History Month, Womens History Month 1 17 full false The Stage - Water Resources Selected as 21-22 National High School Policy Debate Topic - Authors Interviewed The Stage - Water Resources Selected as 21-22 National High School Policy Debate Topic - Authors Interviewed The authors of the Water Resources topic, Pam McComas, Luke Brinker and Peter Crevoiserat, join the show to talk about the challenges of writing a paper during the pandemic, the virtual Topic Selection Meeting, the final balloting process and how Water Resources makes for a balanced topic.

See the Map (Who Voted For What)

Read the Press Release

]]> The authors of the Water Resources topic, Pam McComas, Luke Brinker and Peter Crevoiserat, join the show to talk about the challenges of writing a paper during the pandemic, the virtual Topic Selection Meeting, the final balloting process and how Water Resources makes for a balanced topic.

See the Map (Who Voted For What)

Read the Press Release

]]> Pam McComas, Luke Brinker, and Peter Crevoiserat Buzzsprout-7691758 Fri, 05 Feb 2021 08:00:00 -0500 2057 Debate, Policy Debate, Water Resources, Topic Paper, Water, NSDA, NAUDL, NCFL, NDCA, NFHS, National Federation, High School, HS Activities, Policy Debate Topic, Topic Selection Meeting 1 17 full false She's Got Something To Say - Que Tucker (NCHSAA) She's Got Something To Say - Que Tucker (NCHSAA) This is the second podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports' Andrea Mortimer and Angela Williams as they chat with NCHSAA Commissioner, Que Tucker about her career journey, and how she hopes to inspire others. 

]]> This is the second podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports' Andrea Mortimer and Angela Williams as they chat with NCHSAA Commissioner, Que Tucker about her career journey, and how she hopes to inspire others. 

]]> Que Tucker Buzzsprout-6877601 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:00 -0500 2208 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Que Tucker, NCHSAA, North Carolina High School Athletics Association, North Carolina, High School Sports, High School Activities, Leadership, Women in leadership 1 15 full false The Stage - Dr. Karissa Niehoff (NFHS) The Stage - Dr. Karissa Niehoff (NFHS) Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with NFHS Executive Director, Dr. Karissa Niehoff, to talk about the challenges of 2020, working together, and how the time is now to advocate for performing arts activities across the nation.

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with NFHS Executive Director, Dr. Karissa Niehoff, to talk about the challenges of 2020, working together, and how the time is now to advocate for performing arts activities across the nation.

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Dr. Karissa Niehoff, NFHS Buzzsprout-5746372 Mon, 05 Oct 2020 10:00:00 -0400 2280 Karissa Niehoff, Dr. Niehoff, NFHS, National Federation, Arts Advocacy, Advocacy, Cocurricular, Fine Arts, Music, Band, Speech, Debate, High School, HS Activities 1 14 full false She's Got Something To Say - Dr. Karissa Niehoff She's Got Something To Say - Dr. Karissa Niehoff This is the first podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she chats with NFHS Executive Director, Dr. Karissa Niehoff about the start to her career, role models and general leadership best practices.

]]> This is the first podcast episode of the NFHS Women in Leadership series. Join NFHS Coordinator of Sports Andrea Mortimer as she chats with NFHS Executive Director, Dr. Karissa Niehoff about the start to her career, role models and general leadership best practices.

]]> Dr. Karissa Niehoff Buzzsprout-5484568 Fri, 18 Sep 2020 09:00:00 -0400 938 NFHS, National Federation, High Schools, State Associations, Niehoff, Dr. Karissa Niehoff, Karissa Niehoff, High School Sports, High School Activities, Leadership, Women in leadership 1 13 full false The Stage - David Starnes and Benjamin Schroeder (Together As One) The Stage - David Starnes and Benjamin Schroeder (Together As One) Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Marching Band Legend, David Starnes, and Varsity Performing Arts, Benjamin Schroeder, to talk about Together As One - One Nation. Listen for the passion from both David and Ben as they developed this FREE marching band show package for high schools all across the country to use.

Find information on Together As One from Varsity Performing Arts: https://www.varsity.com/performing-arts/together-as-one/

Together As One info from NFHS: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/nfhs-helps-launch-together-as-one-a-free-marching-band-field-show-package-for-high-school-performing-arts-programs/

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Marching Band Legend, David Starnes, and Varsity Performing Arts, Benjamin Schroeder, to talk about Together As One - One Nation. Listen for the passion from both David and Ben as they developed this FREE marching band show package for high schools all across the country to use.

Find information on Together As One from Varsity Performing Arts: https://www.varsity.com/performing-arts/together-as-one/

Together As One info from NFHS: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/nfhs-helps-launch-together-as-one-a-free-marching-band-field-show-package-for-high-school-performing-arts-programs/

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> David Starnes and Benjamin Schroeder Buzzsprout-4733210 Mon, 27 Jul 2020 10:00:00 -0400 1921 Together As One - One Nation, Together As One, David Starnes, NFHS, Marching Band, Music, NFHS, National Federation of State High School Associations, Varsity, Varsity Performing Arts 1 12 full false The Stage - Jamey Aebersold (Publisher, Educator, and Jazz Saxophonist) The Stage - Jamey Aebersold (Publisher, Educator, and Jazz Saxophonist) Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Jazz Master, Jamey Aebersold to talk about a wide variety of subjects. Listen for Jamey talking about his basketball shooting prowess and even bust out a few notes on his piano.

Find Jamey and all of the information about purchasing his method books here: http://jazzbooks.com/jazz/SFNT

Read Jamey's bio here: http://www.jazzbooks.com/jazz/jbio

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Jazz Master, Jamey Aebersold to talk about a wide variety of subjects. Listen for Jamey talking about his basketball shooting prowess and even bust out a few notes on his piano.

Find Jamey and all of the information about purchasing his method books here: http://jazzbooks.com/jazz/SFNT

Read Jamey's bio here: http://www.jazzbooks.com/jazz/jbio

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

International COVID-19 Aerosol Distribution Study: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/unprecedented-international-coalition-led-by-performing-arts-organizations-to-commission-covid-19-study/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Jamey Aebersold Buzzsprout-3939458 Wed, 27 May 2020 15:00:00 -0400 2192 Jamey Aebersold, Saxophone, Improv, Jazz, Jazz Books, Improvisation, basketball, Jazz Master, NFHS, National Federation of State High School Associations, Music, The Stage Podcast 1 11 full false The Stage - Dr. James Weaver (NFHS) & Alan Greiner (IHSMA) | COVID-19 Guidance, Copyright, Distributing Music, Resources The Stage - Dr. James Weaver (NFHS) & Alan Greiner (IHSMA) | COVID-19 Guidance, Copyright, Distributing Music, Resources Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with NFHS Director of Performing Arts Dr. James Weaver and Executive Director of the Iowa High School Music Association Alan Greiner to discuss all things COVID-19.

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

Copyright COVID-19 Guidance: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/copyright-covid-19-guidance/

Distributed Music Recordings (NEW INFO): https://www.nfhs.org/articles/distributed-music-recordings/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with NFHS Director of Performing Arts Dr. James Weaver and Executive Director of the Iowa High School Music Association Alan Greiner to discuss all things COVID-19.

Performing Arts COVID-19 Resources: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/performing-arts-covid-19-resources/

Copyright COVID-19 Guidance: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/copyright-covid-19-guidance/

Distributed Music Recordings (NEW INFO): https://www.nfhs.org/articles/distributed-music-recordings/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-3264598 Mon, 06 Apr 2020 20:00:00 -0400 1631 COVID-19, Coronavirus, COVID19, Copyright, Music, Speech, Debate, NFHS, James Weaver, National Federation, Alan Greiner, Iowa High School Music Association, Education, Guidance 1 10 full false The Stage - Dr. Brad Kent (Texas UIL - State Director of Music) | Mariachi Festival The Stage - Dr. Brad Kent (Texas UIL - State Director of Music) | Mariachi Festival Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Texas UIL State Director of Music Dr. Brad Kent to talk about the Texas State Mariachi Festival.

Check out more information on the state Mariachi Festival and stream it live: https://www.uiltexas.org/music/state-mariachi-festival

Read the article about the Mariachi Festival: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/texas-state-mariachi-festival-celebrates-5th-year/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/


]]> Kyle Mills, Manager of Performing Arts at the NFHS, sits down with Texas UIL State Director of Music Dr. Brad Kent to talk about the Texas State Mariachi Festival.

Check out more information on the state Mariachi Festival and stream it live: https://www.uiltexas.org/music/state-mariachi-festival

Read the article about the Mariachi Festival: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/texas-state-mariachi-festival-celebrates-5th-year/

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/


]]> National Federation of State High School Associations Buzzsprout-2787355 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 13:00:00 -0500 923 1 9 full false The Stage - Dr. Kevin Minch (NFHS Speech Committee College Advisor) | Extemp Topics - Deep Dive | Low Income Music Opportunities The Stage - Dr. Kevin Minch (NFHS Speech Committee College Advisor) | Extemp Topics - Deep Dive | Low Income Music Opportunities Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

NFHS Heart of the Arts Award (0:55 - 1:25)
New Website Content - Low Income Music Opportunities (1:30 - 3:15)
Dr. Kevin Minch (Truman State University/NFHS Speech College Advisor (3:40 - 13:30)
High School Today 100th Issue! (13:40 - 14:15)
Please give us feedback, do you have story or podcast ideas?

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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NFHS Heart of the Arts Award (0:55 - 1:25)
New Website Content - Low Income Music Opportunities (1:30 - 3:15)
Dr. Kevin Minch (Truman State University/NFHS Speech College Advisor (3:40 - 13:30)
High School Today 100th Issue! (13:40 - 14:15)
Please give us feedback, do you have story or podcast ideas?

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Dr. Kevin Minch Buzzsprout-2682205 Fri, 07 Feb 2020 09:00:00 -0500 907 Extemp, Extemp Topics, Extemporaneous, Speech and Debate, Speech, Dr. Kevin Minch, Truman State, College Advisor, NFHS Speech Committee, Debate, Current Events, Topics, Professional Development, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federati 1 8 full false The Stage - Dan Schuster (Part 2) | 2020-21 National HS Policy Debate Topic Announced | 10 Million NFHS Learn Courses Delivered The Stage - Dan Schuster (Part 2) | 2020-21 National HS Policy Debate Topic Announced | 10 Million NFHS Learn Courses Delivered Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

The Beginning of 2020 -
2020-2021 National High School Policy Debate Topic Announced  (1:10 - 2:15)
Dan Schuster - Director of Educational Services/NFHS (2:25 - 33:45)
CEU's and Professional Development (33:50 - 34:25)
10 Million Courses Delivered NFHS Learn (34:30 - 35:00)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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The Beginning of 2020 -
2020-2021 National High School Policy Debate Topic Announced  (1:10 - 2:15)
Dan Schuster - Director of Educational Services/NFHS (2:25 - 33:45)
CEU's and Professional Development (33:50 - 34:25)
10 Million Courses Delivered NFHS Learn (34:30 - 35:00)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Dan Schuster Buzzsprout-2447915 Fri, 10 Jan 2020 07:00:00 -0500 2126 NFHS Learn, Learning Center, Dan Schuster, High School Policy Debate, Speech, Debate, Criminal Justice Reform, Climate Change, Professional Development, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Credentialing Tiers, National Federation, National 1 7 full false The Stage - Dan Schuster (Part 1) | Award Winners | National HS Debate Topic Ballot The Stage - Dan Schuster (Part 1) | Award Winners | National HS Debate Topic Ballot Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

The End of 2019 -
Music and Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Awards (1:25 - 2:15)
Ballots due for 2020-2021 National HS Policy Debate Topic (2:15 - 2:40)
Forensic Quarterly's Available (2:40 - 3:15)
Dan Schuster - Director of Educational Services/NFHS (3:30 - 26:30)
Happy Holidays! (27:45 - 28:10)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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The End of 2019 -
Music and Speech, Debate and Theatre Outstanding Educator Awards (1:25 - 2:15)
Ballots due for 2020-2021 National HS Policy Debate Topic (2:15 - 2:40)
Forensic Quarterly's Available (2:40 - 3:15)
Dan Schuster - Director of Educational Services/NFHS (3:30 - 26:30)
Happy Holidays! (27:45 - 28:10)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Dan Schuster Buzzsprout-2295869 Mon, 16 Dec 2019 14:00:00 -0500 1698 NFHS Learn, Learning Center, Dan Schuster, Speech Adjudication, Music Adjudication, Professional Development, Concussions, Debate, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations 1 6 full false The Stage - Adam Jacobi | Wisconsin High School Forensic Association | Upcoming Surveys | NFHS Associations The Stage - Adam Jacobi | Wisconsin High School Forensic Association | Upcoming Surveys | NFHS Associations Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

TRIPLE DIGIT LISTENS! (:30 - :40)
New Articles on Speech and Music Webpages (1:15 - 1:35)
Upcoming Surveys (1:40 - 2:05)
NFHS Music and NFHS Speech/Debate/Theatre Associations (2:10 - 2:45)
Adam Jacobi - Wisconsin High School Forensic Association (2:50 - 28:10)
Share this episode (28:20 - 29:00)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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TRIPLE DIGIT LISTENS! (:30 - :40)
New Articles on Speech and Music Webpages (1:15 - 1:35)
Upcoming Surveys (1:40 - 2:05)
NFHS Music and NFHS Speech/Debate/Theatre Associations (2:10 - 2:45)
Adam Jacobi - Wisconsin High School Forensic Association (2:50 - 28:10)
Share this episode (28:20 - 29:00)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Adam Jacobi Buzzsprout-2165552 Fri, 29 Nov 2019 08:00:00 -0500 1781 WHSFA, Adam Jacobi, Speech Adjudication, Speech Training, Speech, Debate, Theatre, NSDA, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations, 1 5 full false The Stage - Mike Plunkett | Music Adjudication | ISSMA | NAfME The Stage - Mike Plunkett | Music Adjudication | ISSMA | NAfME Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

Indiana State School Music Association (1:09 - 1:32)
NAfME Conference and Tri-M Chapters (1:35 - 2:11)
Music Adjudication Course (2:15 - 3:35)
Mike Plunkett - Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (3:40 - 22:40)
NFHS Website - Speech and Music Pages (23:50 - 24:30)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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Indiana State School Music Association (1:09 - 1:32)
NAfME Conference and Tri-M Chapters (1:35 - 2:11)
Music Adjudication Course (2:15 - 3:35)
Mike Plunkett - Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (3:40 - 22:40)
NFHS Website - Speech and Music Pages (23:50 - 24:30)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Mike Plunkett Buzzsprout-2088366 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0500 1500 Arts, Advocacy, Advocate, Americans for the Arts, Music, Speech, Debate, Theatre, Academic Competitions, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations, Arts Advocacy Day, Music Adjudi 1 4 full false The Stage - Alan Greiner | Understanding Copyright and Compliance | National High School Policy Debate Topic 2020-2021 The Stage - Alan Greiner | Understanding Copyright and Compliance | National High School Policy Debate Topic 2020-2021 Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

National High School Policy Debate Topic Top 2 (:40 - 2:03 )
Understanding Copyright and Compliance NFHS Learn Course (2:05 - 3:10)
Alan Greiner - Iowa High School Music Association/Copyright Expert (3:20 - 16:00)
Help the NFHS Spread the Word about The Stage (16:05 - 17:00)
Music and Speech/Debate/Theatre Award Nominations (17:05 - 17:40)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

National High School Policy Debate Topic Top 2 (:40 - 2:03 )
Understanding Copyright and Compliance NFHS Learn Course (2:05 - 3:10)
Alan Greiner - Iowa High School Music Association/Copyright Expert (3:20 - 16:00)
Help the NFHS Spread the Word about The Stage (16:05 - 17:00)
Music and Speech/Debate/Theatre Award Nominations (17:05 - 17:40)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Alan Greiner Buzzsprout-1975099 Fri, 01 Nov 2019 14:00:00 -0400 1173 Arts, Advocacy, Advocate, Americans for the Arts, Music, Speech, Debate, Theatre, Academic Competitions, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations, Arts Advocacy Day, National Art 1 3 full false The Stage - Dr. Rich Edwards | Policy Debate (Forensic) Quarterly | Adjudicating Speech and Debate Course The Stage - Dr. Rich Edwards | Policy Debate (Forensic) Quarterly | Adjudicating Speech and Debate Course Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

Oak Grove (MS) High School (1:00 - 1:55)
Adjudicating Speech and Debate Course (2:20 - 3:45)
Dr. Rich Edwards - Baylor University/Forensic Quarterly Editor (3:50 - 13:25)
Forensic Quarterly - Policy Debate Quarterly (13:30 - 15:50)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

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Oak Grove (MS) High School (1:00 - 1:55)
Adjudicating Speech and Debate Course (2:20 - 3:45)
Dr. Rich Edwards - Baylor University/Forensic Quarterly Editor (3:50 - 13:25)
Forensic Quarterly - Policy Debate Quarterly (13:30 - 15:50)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Dr. Rich Edwards Buzzsprout-1883815 Thu, 17 Oct 2019 09:00:00 -0400 1055 Arts, Advocacy, Advocate, Americans for the Arts, Music, Speech, Debate, Theatre, Academic Competitions, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations, Arts Advocacy Day, National Art 1 2 full false The Stage - Randy Cohen | Performing Arts Week | Performing Arts School of Excellence The Stage - Randy Cohen | Performing Arts Week | Performing Arts School of Excellence Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

Performing Arts Conference Recap (:45 - 2:15)
National Performing Arts Activities Week (2:20 - 3:30)
Performing Arts School of Excellence (3:35 - 4:15)
Randy Cohen - Americans for the Arts (4:20 - 16:20)
National Debate Topic Ballot (16:45 - 17:30)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Performing Arts news and events from the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS)

Performing Arts Conference Recap (:45 - 2:15)
National Performing Arts Activities Week (2:20 - 3:30)
Performing Arts School of Excellence (3:35 - 4:15)
Randy Cohen - Americans for the Arts (4:20 - 16:20)
National Debate Topic Ballot (16:45 - 17:30)

Check out the NFHS website: https://www.nfhs.org/articles/the-stage-official-performing-arts-podcast-of-the-nfhs/

]]> Randy Cohen Buzzsprout-1805560 Wed, 02 Oct 2019 15:00:00 -0400 1134 Arts, Advocacy, Advocate, Americans for the Arts, Music, Speech, Debate, Theatre, Academic Competitions, NFHS, High School, high schools, students, National Federation, National Federation of State High School Associations, Arts Advocacy Day, National Art 1 1 full false