K-8 Pre-Service and Elementary Music Educators are invited to join us for these professional development events!

Presented in collaboration with...

• The Hayes School of Music
• The Public School Partnership
• The Academy at Middle Fork

See the registration information for each program below. For questions, please contact Erin Ellington at ellingtone@appstate.edu.

The Academy at Middle Fork
3125 Williston Road, Walkertown, NC 27051
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

This FREE Professional Development (PD) is open to pre-service and practicing K-8 elementary music educators interested in relevant, practical tools to apply in their classrooms. This "Amplifying Engagement" professional development day is made possible with grant support from Appalachian State University's Reich College of Education.

This PD will serve as a preview for the Appalachian State Orff Schulwerk Teacher Education Level I course scheduled for June 15–26, 2026—a nationally recognized program that began in 2002 and has supported countless music educators. By aligning spring and summer offerings, we aim to build momentum for future school partnerships, foster community, and strengthen music education across Western North Carolina.

Register here for Amplifying Engagement! (Google Form, free registration)

Hayes School of Music, Appalachian State University
813 Rivers Street, Boone, NC 28608
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

This FREE Professional Development (PD) is open to pre-service and practicing K-8 elementary music educators interested in relevant, practical tools to apply in their classrooms. This "Expanding Connections" professional development day is made possible with grant support from The Reich College of Education's Public School Partnership.

This PD will serve as a preview for the Appalachian State Orff Schulwerk Teacher Education Level I course scheduled for June 15–26, 2026—a nationally recognized program that began in 2002 and has supported countless music educators. By aligning spring and summer offerings, we aim to build momentum for future school partnerships, foster community, and strengthen music education across Western North Carolina.

Register here for Expanding Connections! (Google Form, free registration) | Register by Friday, April 17

Hayes School of Music, Appalachian State University
9:00 am - 4:00 pm weekdays

Study Orff pedagogy with us this summer! Orff Schulwerk is a unique approach to music education based on the teachings of Carl Orff.  This child-centered approach incorporates speech, movement, song, and instrument playing in a creative atmosphere where students are actively engaged in the music making process.

• On-campus housing options are available
• Reduced pricing for educators in several NC counties
• Register by April 1 for the Early Bird Discount!

Learn more and register for Orff Level I