New String Advocacy Materials!

Table of Contents

Introduction

Tips for Addressing the School Board

Budget Hearing Timeline

Alert and FAX Sheets

• Sample Memo to Community Concerning Possible Cuts
• Sample FAX Memos

Letters

• Sample Support Letter from High-Profile Member of String/Arts Community
• Sample Letter to School Board
• Sample Letter to Local and State Legislators

Sample Petition

Advocacy Group Information Sheet

Additional Resources

Related Information and Articles

• “Securing Our String Programs,” by Sheila Kendall
• “Why Are the Arts Important?” by Dee Dickinson
• Why Music Should Be Part of Basic Education
• Philosophical Principles of String Music Education
• How Arts Education Prepares Students for the Job Market