St. Vrain Valley Schools has been recognized by the NAMM Foundation as one of the nation’s Best Communities for Music Education, marking the district’s sixth consecutive year receiving this prestigious honor.
This national designation celebrates school districts that demonstrate exceptional commitment to ensuring all students have access to high-quality music education as part of a well-rounded academic experience. The application process evaluates districts on a variety of factors, including access to certified music educators, advanced degrees held by teaching staff, funding for music programs, equitable access for Title I students, the breadth of music courses and ensembles offered from preschool through twelfth grade, graduation requirements in the arts, and opportunities for districtwide collaboration.
This year, St. Vrain Valley Schools was one of three districts in Colorado to receive this distinction.
“This recognition is a reflection of the hard work, passion, and dedication of our music teachers, who create music communities in their classroom every day, and our building administrators who support them,” said Janay Bird, Director of Fine Arts, Performing Arts, and PE.