by Melissa Stouffer | Jan 2, 2019 | Teacher Tips
, Going back in January is always jolting for me. We run around like crazy in December, hit Christmas break, try desperately to get it done before the holiday. By the time you get through family Christmases, my birthday, New Years and trying to relax, I get... 
by Melissa Stouffer | Oct 31, 2018 | Band, Choir, General Music, Kodaly, Teacher Tips, Tech Tips
I thought I would talk about some of my favorite tools for music teachers today. These aren’t just for elementary teachers but work really well for those of you with older kids too. All the links to the items I’ll be talking about are at the bottom of the... 
by Melissa Stouffer | Aug 19, 2018 | Band, Choir, General Music, Teacher Tips
Last year, I found out I was getting a new room. (!!!!AHHHH!!!!!). I’ve never had my own classroom before. I even got to preview it during construction! (I may have died lol.) I’ve been so insanely excited, and I’ve only been decorating in my brain... 
by Melissa Stouffer | Jul 26, 2017 | Back To School Lesson Plans, Teacher Tips
That time is almost upon us (I know..!) This year is going to be a Here are my 5 top tips for Back to School! Start off on the right foot and get ready! Click here to check out a quick video of this post on my Facebook page. As you ran out in June, things got shoved... 
by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Teacher Tips
A few weeks ago, I headed to Grand Rapids on a Friday night to spend the weekend with my husband’s family for his birthday. On Saturday, I had to take a side trip towards Mt Pleasant for the fall MIKE workshop. Very excited for some of the ideas I... 
by Melissa Stouffer | Mar 15, 2017 | All, Back To School Lesson Plans, Band, Choir, Teacher Tips
Getting back into the school year, I find that I’m a little overwhelmed by school music. Mostly choosing for my ensembles. I feel like there is so much GOOD music, and so many choices, that I have no idea where to start. I think sometimes that teaching...
