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Backun Musical Services

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American Classic Tours & Music Festivals


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Student Day Sponsor(s)

Peak Music Festivals


TBA Academy Sponsor(s)

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Texas Bandmasters Assocition - TBA Academy

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TBA Academy Session Date(s) and Location

Friday, July 20, 2012
Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center - San Antonio, Texas - Room 006

Check-in and On-site Registration: 8:30am
Session: 9:00am - 6:00pm with lunch break on your own

TBA Academy Registration Forms

pdf_logo Click here to download / view the 2012 TBA Academy Schedule.

pdf_logo Click here to download / view the 2012 TBA Academy Pre-Registration Form.

pdf_logo Click here to download / view the 2012 TBA Academy Information Sheet.

TBA Academy Information

Texas Bandmasters Association is proud to present the second annual TBA Academy Friday, July 20 in conjunction with the Annual TBA Convention/Clinic. Come prepared to learn from the leaders in your profession – an outstanding faculty of Texas music educators, administrators, and law specialists. The wealth of information gained from this academy will prepare YOU for success and help lay the foundation for YOUR career. Let us help you achieve your professional and personal goals. This unique opportunity is not to be missed!

DESIGNED FOR:
Directors beginning their teaching career – Fall 2012
Directors with limited teaching experience
Directors new to Texas

CREDIT:
8 Hours Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Credit – Must attend all sessions and complete the curriculum

COST:
For directors beginning their teaching career – Fall 2012: $75 Academy Fee
(All beginning teachers attending the Academy will receive a One Year TBA Active Membership and 2012 Convention Registration FREE! - a $135 value.)

For directors with teaching experience and those new to Texas – Fall 2012:
Pre-Register as a TBA Active member ($130) and add the $35 Discounted Academy Fee

CURRICULUM:
Classroom Management/Discipline; Student Motivation; Organizing Your Year; Communicating with your Principal; Overview of TMEA, UIL, TEA, and Other Professional Organizations; Dealing with Parents; Social Media Do's and Don'ts; Director's Legal Rights and Responsibilities; Taking Care of Yourself-Finances, Planning for Career, Health, Avoiding Burnout; and Finding Mentors