Namm Award 2024

Owego Apalachin Central School District’s Music Education Program Receives National Recognition. This is the 6th time receiving this award. 

Owego Apalachin Central School District has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from The NAMM Foundation for its outstanding commitment to music education. 

In its 25th year, the Best Communities for Music Education designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate outstanding achievement in efforts to provide music access and education to all students. To qualify for the Best Communities designation, OACSD answered detailed questions about music class participation, performance opportunities, collaborative projects, instruction time, facilities, musical instruments, and support for the music programs.

 “The music classes are the best part of my day. I have made so many friends in these groups and I cannot imagine life without them.” shared senior music student Keira Lane.  

Over the past 25 years, the national BCME award has honored more than 1,000 schools and districts in 43 states, for their unwavering commitment to music education as an integral part of a well-rounded education for all students.

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Namm Award 2024