Michael Leonas, M.MEd. (he/him/his)

2025: Year of conference presentations! Feb: Texas Music Educators Association Clinic/Convention, San Antonio, TX. 2 sessions! Apr: American Education Research Association Conference, Denver, CO. :cross fingers: Oct. 2025: Cultural Diversity in Music Education, Limerick, Ireland

That goosebump moment when your students facilitate and drive the learning. So proud of the @Navo_DISD Choir Section Leaders running rehearsal. #PantherPride #leadership #teachmusic #avid

Children should never be an afterthought when it comes to curriculum. A one-size-fits-all approach is detrimental and doesn’t serve diverse students. Check out my conversation with Nate Pottker youtu.be/g4Y8zqXnC2M @nsf #nsfprofiles #waterman #ScienceHappensHere #NSFStories

We Are AVID! The Varsity Treble Choir did a Gallery Walk to our question: “What does it mean to be a collaborative team member in ‘Varsity’ Choir?” It was quite impressive to hear the mature summaries and reports from the student groups. #AVID @Navo_DISD #teachmusic

The Biden administration announced that 804,000 borrowers will have their student debt wiped away, totaling $39 billion worth of debt, in the coming weeks. cnn.it/3rqvl5w

The Music Department is the heartbeat of any school. The ensembles, rehearsals, concerts, performances, musicals, friendships, expression, and an environment that brings young people together of all ages. If you want a healthy school, then you need a healthy Music Department.

@SyracuseU @VanderCook and @LamarUniversity let’s represent!

We start to dig into how UNT, TWU and NCTC will address the Texas Legislature's decision to ban diversity, equity and inclusion offices, and what it means for their DEI staff. dentonrc.com/education/with…

Panther Pride! So proud of my two students who were accepted into the @TMEA MS Region 2 Choirs. #dentonisddelivers #teachmusic @Navo_DISD

How do you welcome the staff back? With Pancakes! The Paw Patrol has returned for the 22-23 school year. This morning our staff enjoyed pancakes with our principals! @dentonisd #PawPatrol

''Building a school family takes intentionality from leaders and staff — intentionality on day one and every day after.'' @PrincipalKafele #TheLearningPro learningforward.org/?p=80312 via @LearningForward

Wow! What a fun session with @LearnPromethean at #camppromethean22! So ready to use the tips and tricks on my board this school year!

@DentonPSF @dentonisd Excited to begin my first year at Navo MS! I will miss my Ginnings Elementary students, but I am excited to begin my next assignment in @dentonisd! @DPSFndtn amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

Help support @dentonisd #teachers and #clearthelists! Teachers drop your lists below! Make your giving count twice and choose Denton Public School Foundation as your #AmazonSmile recipient. Not sure who you have? Go to smile.amazon.com/charity/select and put DPSF in the search.

@EduLSG3 @amazon Music Teacher here in Texas at a Title 1 school! My mission is to influence my kids’ lives for the better! amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

Hey everyone, It's @amazon prime day July 12-13. Let's help out some teachers by participating in #clearthelist. Drop your wish list in the comments and I'll try to help as many educators as I can. Share with others. amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

@FauneAlford I go back August 3rd. Music teacher here ready to make music with my kids, create memories, and learn the magic of fine arts. amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

Happy Tuesday!!!! Teachers of title 1 schools with classes starting in August, please drop your lists below to RT. Sprinkles- buy some of the $10 or $5 items, donate to #DonorsChoose #teachertwitter help #clearthelist2022 We pay taxes, schools are underfunded. Let's help.

Starting my 10th year in Education! I am excited to be the next Head Choir Director at @Navo_DISD. I am ready for the challenge and to love on these kids! Here is my teacher wish list to help me prepare for this school year. amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

@StephenjSealey amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls… I am a Music Educator in Texas!

“Get a Grip On Your Leadership: Connections, Building Teacher Capacity, and Celebrating Staff Members.” A great reminder on how the little things can make a big difference in a teacher’s life to feel valued and recognized on your campus. #ISTELive2022 #dentonisddelivers

How might you redefine what joy looks like for you and your learners? My answer: laughter, singing, smiles, and making music together. #ISTELive2022 #teachmusic #equity #dentonisddelivers