GenNEXT is our future: the up-and-coming music educators of tomorrow’s classrooms. Designed for those in college and the first 5 years of their professional career, GenNEXT offers programming and opportunities to help bridge the gap between graduation and a career in music education.
GenNEXT launches at the 2023 Clinic with a track specifically designed for those ages 18-25. Those over age 25 who are beginning a second/new career in music education are also encouraged to participate in GenNEXT events.
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SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Thanks to generous sponsors, we are able to offer a limited number of scholarships to the 2023 Clinic, covering the cost of student or professional registration. Applicants must be ages 18-25 and enrolled in a degree program for or working in music education.
Application deadline: November 1, 2023
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GenNEXT 2023 CLINIC TRACK
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20
TIME |
ROOM |
CLINIC TITLE |
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM |
W185 |
GenNEXT Opening Keynote |
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM |
W178 |
Side by Side: Building and Sustaining an Effective Community in the Music Studio |
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
W187 |
Habits of Success for the Emerging Music Educator: College Student Through the First Years of Teaching |
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
W185 |
Extending Your Reach: The "Quilted" Career |
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 21
TIME |
ROOM |
CLINIC TITLE |
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
W193 |
From Application to Accepted: Preparing for Graduate Conducting Studies |
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM |
W187 |
Become the Hero of Your Own Story |
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM |
W181 |
Leading from the Podium: Creating an Environment Where Students Want to Be! |
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM |
W179 |
Finding Success at a Title 1 Middle School as a Sole Director |
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
W176 |
There is Life after College! Navigating Interviews, Accepting Your First "Big Kid" Job and Thriving in Your First Few Years of Teaching! |
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM |
375D |
College Night |
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22
TIME |
ROOM |
CLINIC TITLE |
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM |
W185 |
It's All About Culture |
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM |
W185 |
Empowering and Mentoring the Next Generation of Female Band Directors |
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM |
W181 |
Student Empowerment in Music Ensembles: Integrating Social-Emotional Learning and Trauma-Informed Pedagogy |
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
W179 |
Choosing Help Over Hurt: Successful Habits for Teaching Band in Underserved Communities |
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM |
W176 |
Fundamental Processes for Sustained Success in Your Middle School Band Program |
SUPPORT GenNEXT
As part of the GenNEXT program, we are partnering with sponsors to offer scholarships covering the cost of clinic registration for GenNEXT participants, and are seeking additional support to expand the number of scholarships available.
Organizations and businesses who choose to sponsor GenNEXT will receive contact information for scholarship applicants, as well as additional visibilities on the Midwest Clinic website, app, and social accounts. Sponsorships are offered at the $1,500 and $3,000 levels.
SPONSOR GenNEXT
Individuals wishing to support GenNEXT can donate at the end of their registration for the 2023 Midwest Clinic. Already registered? Just sign back in using your confirmation code, and an option to donate will appear on the last page of your registration. Our suggested donations is $65, to cover the cost of one college student registration, but any support is greatly appreciated. Individual supporters will be recognized in the 2023 Clinic program book, and on this webpage.
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