The North Carolina
Summer Institute in Choral Art, Inc.
A Summer Music Camp for Elementary, Middle & High School Students and Teachers Seeking National Board Certification in Music.
Music Certification Workshop
In preparation for the 2010 National Board for Professional Teaching Standards - Music Area
June 14-19, 2009
Beautiful North Carolina Mountain Climate
In-depth week long study!
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“As an older educator I was apprehensive about current teaching techniques and completing requirements for this National Board Certification. I left this workshop with new ideas and I also left feeling validated and comfortable with my teaching style. Now that I am in the process of certification I find I am light years ahead of my colleagues. Thank you!!” Beverly, High School Choral
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"This workshop was the best money I could have spent in preparation for NBPTS! The week long in depth seminar was led by top notch presenters in lovely Boone, North Carolina. Together we small group of travelers had the same destination in mind...National Board Music Certification. I learned and I made friendships that will last a lifetime!" Teresa, Elementary
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"This workshop helped me roll back the fog I felt encased in when I first received my NBPTS Candidate box and started reading!!" Jenny, Elementary/Middle
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"I would not have attempted NBPTS Music Certification without this workshop!" Cathy, Elementary
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Classes include:
| Overview of NBPTS and Music Certification: |
candidates will gain an understanding of the goals of NBPTS and the specific requirements of each of the ten components of music certification. |
| Overview of Music Historical Repertoire: | candidates will review pertinent aspects of music history as it applies to NBPTS. Guided listening will be practiced |
| Overview of Music from a World Sample: |
candidates will review pertinent aspects of world music as it applies to NBPTS. Guided listening will be practiced. |
| Overview of Applied Music Theory and Composition: |
candidates will review pertinent aspects of music theory and composition as it applies to NBPTS. Composition exercises will be practiced. |
| Overview of Portfolio Entries: |
candidates will gain an understanding of the four portfolio entries and will receive tips for organizing and writing for each entry. Techniques for successful approaches to the entries will be shared. |
| Overview of the Assessment Center Exercises: | candidates will gain an understanding of the six assessment center exercises and will receive test taking tips for each. Techniques for successful approaches to preparing for the assessment center exercises will be shared. |
| Choosing and Videotaping Lessons for the Portfolio Entries: | candidates will gain an understanding of what is required and will hear approaches to successfully completing the requirements. Advice on videotaping techniques will be shared. |
| Time Management Techniques: | candidates will hear advice on putting it all in perspective - how to balance NBPTS candidacy with family and professional teaching commitments. |
| Panel Discussion: | candidates will hear a variety of perspectives as related to NBPTS from certified teachers and advanced candidates. |
| Renewal Credit: | candidates may receive up to 4.0 renewal credits for completing this workshop |
| Who will guide you? | Laura Sam of Williams High School is course administrator assisted by Nationally Certified Teachers, Hayes School of Music Faculty, outstanding North Carolina Teachers who have completed certification. |
| Meals and Lodging? | Appalachian State University Hayes School of Music, Dormitories and Cafeteria |
| Cost? |
$700 single, $425 commuter (Commuter candidates need to know the schedule runs 8 AM to 8 PM daily). Cost includes room, all materials, all meals, insurance. and guest educators. Spouses not participating in the workshop are welcome; contact us for costs. |
| Note: The NBPTS Music Certification Workshop and the NCSICA Choral Camp are being held concurrently but separately in the same facility. The daily schedule for each will prevent any teacher from attending both. | |
| How to apply? | Fill out and return the APPLICATION by April 1, 2009. Late fees apply at $10 per 2 week period past 4/1– see PayPal Payment page. Personal, PayPal and school checks welcome! Apply early – limited dormitory space is available. Refund minus $50 until May 30 – no refunds after June 1, 2009. Minimum enrollment is 25; maximum enrollment is 50.We reserve the right to cancel this workshop if necessary. |
| Special travel arrangements: | If you are flying or driving in from out of state, we can help you! |
| Questions? | Please email us at: info@ncsica.com |
Music Certification Workshop 2009
Faculty Listing
Dr. Maribeth Yoder-White
Time Management Skills for the Music Educator, Portfolio Techniques and Overview Elementary area composition techniques
Dr. Maribeth Gail Yoder-White is on the faculty of the Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University (ASU) in Boone, North Carolina where she teaches graduate and undergraduate music education courses, supervises student teachers, and serves as Coordinator of Music Education. Prior to her appointment at ASU, Dr. Yoder-White taught in the School of Music at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro for eleven years where she conducted the Women’ s Glee Club and taught graduate and undergraduate music education courses.
Yoder-White is a certified Orff-Schulwerk specialist and frequently presents workshops featuring her compositions and arrangements. She teaches Orff-Schulwerk certification courses and serves as clinician and author for Silver Burdett-Scott Foresman. Additionally, Yoder-White maintains active participation in music education research and has presented papers and authored articles in national, regional, and state arenas. She served as keynote presenter at the 2003 and 2005 Hawaii Music Educators Association Conference in Honolulu and traveled to Bangkok and Hong Kong in 2004 to present at the East Asia Regional Council of Overseas Schools Conferences. A frequent clinician, consultant, and adjudicator for choral workshops and festivals throughout the country, Yoder-White serves as editor of the Hinshaw Music choral series, “Accent on Youth.” Active in many professional organizations, Yoder-White currently serves as President of the North Carolina Music Educators Association.
Mrs. Laura Sam
Guided Discussion Groups, Panel Discussion with Certified teachers, Mock testing
Laura Sam teaches Choral Music and Musical Theater at Williams High School in Burlington, North Carolina. After earning a Bachelor of Music degree from The University of North Carolina at Greensboro in 1984, she accepted the position at Williams High School. Under the direction of Laura Sam, the Williams High School Chorus has participated in numerous International Choral Festivals and has toured extensively in Austria and Italy. Laura is an active member of NCMEA, MENC, and ACDA. She earned her National Board Certification in Music (Early Adolescence through Young Adulthood) in 2002 and has coached many NC teachers through the certification process.
Ms. Laurie Semmes
Music From a World Sample
Laurie Ruth Semmes was born in Madison, Wisconsin. Raised in Manitowoc, Wisconsin, she attended Lawrence University and, in 1983, earned the Bachelor of Music degree in music education. Laurie went on to complete the Master of Arts degree, also in music education, at the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester in 1985.
Relocating to Sarasota, Florida, Laurie served as a private school band director while performing as a French hornist in the Florida West Coast Symphony, the Sarasota-Manatee Community Orchestra, and other area ensembles on a contractual basis. In 1993, she began graduate studies in ethnomusicology at The Florida State University. After completing the Ph.D. in August of 2002, Laurie was hired by FSU to fill a one-year visiting assistant professorship. In August of 2003, Laurie accepted the position of Assistant Professor of Ethnomusicology in the Mariam Cannon Hayes School of Music at Appalachian State University, where she is currently on the faculty. Her research interests include Ukrainian-American bandura education and performance, and exoticism in the musical theatre.
Ms. Joy Harrison Rust
Joy Harrison Rust is the music specialist at South Graham Elementary School in Alamance County, NC. In addition to teaching pre-school through Grade 5, she serves on the leadership team, mentors beginning teachers, supervises student teachers, and directs the "Inspirations," a select singing group of 25 fourth and fifth graders. Joy graduated from Capital University, Columbus, Ohio, where she majored in piano and music education. She holds a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction from National-Louis University in Chicago, and became National Board Certified with the first group of music educators in 2002. She has taken children to perform at the 2nd Annual NC State Elementary School Conference in October 2006, as well as the 10th Annual NC State Closing the Achievement Gap conference in March 2006. She has been a presenter at both IMEA (Illinois) and NCMEA conventions. Joy also serves as the music director, organist and children's choir director at Macedonia Lutheran Church in Burlington, NC.
Ms. Jody Gaedtke
Jody Gaedtke received her Bachelor of Science degree in Music Education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, PA. Mrs. Gaedtke currently teaches orchestra in Burlington, NC where she has a very active middle school orchestra program with 150 students in grades 6th – 8th. They have consistently received superior ratings at the North Carolina state orchestra festival as well as superior ratings at various music festivals in North Carolina, Virginia & Georgia. Mrs. Gaedtke has also taught elementary through high school orchestra in North Carolina but enjoys working with middle school students the most. Mrs. Gaedtke is active with the NC Music Educators Association where she currently serves as the chairperson for the eastern regional orchestra festival. In 2004 she was selected as Teacher of the year for Turrentine Middle School in Burlington and was in the top 12 semi-finalists for Alamance County teacher of the Year. She received her National Board Certification in 2005 in the area of EAYA Music. Prior to coming to North Carolina, Mrs. Gaedtke was the orchestra director at a middle school near Milwaukee, WI. She served on the CMP project and was consistently sought after to serve as a clinician and adjudicator for events sponsored by the Wisconsin School Music Association. In addition to her teaching career, Mrs. Gaedtke is a professional violinist. She has performed with the Festival City Symphony (WI), Fayetteville Symphony (NC), Philharmonia of Greensboro (NC), Elon Chamber Orchestra (NC) as well as community and private events. She and her husband are avid golfers and live with their 3 cats.
Mrs. Gwen Hall
Gwen McLeod Hall, Choral Director at Southwestern Randolph High School, is a National Board Certified 21-year veteran choral music teacher. Gwen holds a Bachelor of Music degree from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a Master of Music degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She is Secretary of the North Carolina Chapter of the American Choral Directors Association and is an active member of the North Carolina Music Educators Association, having accompanied more than 35 NC Honors Choruses, NC All-State Choruses, and Randolph All-County Choruses. Gwen is a composer of choral music whose works are published by Hinshaw Music, Inc.
Note: To print application, highlight or select the entire application, place cursor on selected portion, hit CTRL+P and select the option of printing "Selection."
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APPLICATION
Name:________________________________________________________
First, Last, Title
Mailing Address: ____________________________________________________________________
Home phone:(____) _____________ Cell:(____)_________________
Email:_______________________________________________________________________
| Teaching location:______________________ | Band Chorus Orchestra General |
| (circle all that apply) | Elementary Middle Senior |
Roommate choice;_____________________________________________ (_) No preference
Check all that apply:
| ______ Music Certification Workshop, single occupancy | $700.00 |
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______ Music Certification Workshop, commuter |
$425.00 (no lodging/no meals) |
| ______ Renewal Credit | $ 35.00 |
______ Payment enclosed ______ Paying using PayPal, date:_______
Please make all checks payable to NCSICA and mail by April 1, 2009. Late fees apply after 4/15. Mail application to
: NCSICA, PO Box 10883, Greensboro, NC 27404Signature of applicant: ___________________________________Date:___________
Workshop registration begins at 11:30 AM on 6/14 and workshop will end approx 6 PM on 6/19. Boone is a good three hour drive to/from Charlotte or Greensboro NC airports. Distance registrants may secure an additional night's stay pre or post workshop for a fee of $30 per person per night. See PayPal page to add this charge to your registration costs. Whenever possible we will help you carpool to and from airports if you will alert us to your need.