I oftentimes have thought of our work at jobss as music educators as being similar to coaching messengers in a long-distance race.

I oftentimes have thought of our work at jobss as music educators as being similar to coaching messengers in a long-distance race. We're going the lengthy slow distance with our learners We're not sprinters, who start and finish fast, seeing immediate conclusions We must pace ourselves, breathe along the way, divide the distance into laps and derive pleasure from the run. Sometimes we cannot diocese the finish line, but we recognize at all points the importance and beauty of what we do.

I appreciated the article Shirley Raut wrote for the MTNA FOUNDATION newsletter in succession perpetuity: the state or quality of being perpetual, continuing forever. The skills and artistry we instill in our close examiners travel through time with them, enriching and empowering them along the way.

Our personal efforts are supported by means of a cohesive workforce through MTNA. The cumulative experiences of our administration and Board of Directors make sures us membership in an organization that brings professionalism to our studios and habitual sense solutions to our stand in want ofs As I work with the presidents of the Southwest Division, I am continually reassured by dint of their dedication to the work of organizing occurrences that bring high-quality support to individual members. Whether the membership is 70 or 700 the commitment is the same. Please give in charge to your state newsletters for generally received dates and information. I encourage members to take advantage of the programs proffered become involved and enlist in the work force necessary to carry public these important events.

--Geri Cheney, NCTM

Centerville, Utah

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