OMEA - Ohio

Cheers to our OMEA leaders! 🌟 Huge thanks to State Treasurer Tim Hoagland, Immediate Past President Dan Ruckman, and our outgoing Region & District chairs whose terms end June 30. Thank you for your selfless service! Welcome to all of our incoming leaders taking the baton! 🎼

That’s a wrap on last weekend's OMEA Spring State Board Meeting! 🎼 Per the OMEA Constitution, our Officers, Region Chairs, and District Presidents hold the administrative power to promote all phases of music education in Ohio. Thank you, leaders! 🌟 #OMEA #MusicEd

🎵 Ohio music teachers — apply now to receive donated instruments for students in need, at no cost. Led by OMEA in partnership with OFME, OAAE & the Ohio Arts Council. 👉 musicmattersohio.org Tag a teacher who needs this. 🎶

Saturday, May 30, 9AM-5PM donations will be accepted throughout Ohio! Dig out those old instruments, consider making a donation. It's a great way to help support young people in learning to play an instrument. Visit musicmattersohio.org to find a drop off location near you!

Thank an arts teacher. Stand up for arts access! 🎨🎻 75% of Ohio students utilize arts ed, but 4% of schools offer zero programs. 🚫 To support our teachers, let's ensure every school has an arts program. 🎵 #TeacherAppreciationWeek (Source: Arts Education Data Project, 2023)

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In Ohio, 89% of students have access to music education—& 56% participate. Thousands of teachers building creativity, confidence, & connection every day. Thank a music teacher who made a difference in your life or your child’s—and CC their principal to amplify the impact.#MIOSM

Happy #MIOSM, Ohio! In 2023: 89% of students had access to music, 56% participated in music, and 73% participated in arts overall. Let’s celebrate—and keep growing. Show up to board meetings, contact your reps, and speak up for music in schools. #MusicInOurSchools #ArtsEd

🎶 March is Music In Our Schools Month! From concerts to competitions, music programs bring students together and strengthen our schools and communities. Thank you to Ohio’s incredible music educators who inspire students every day. #MIOSM #MusicInOurSchools

🎶 Happy #MusicInOurSchoolsMonth! Across Ohio, music teachers are helping students discover their creativity, confidence, and voice every day. From elementary classrooms to marching bands — their impact lasts a lifetime. 👏 #MIOSM #OhioMusicEducation

Ronda Stammen - 2026 OMEA Outstanding Music Educator-has dedicated her life to building strong, student-centered programs & a community culture where music truly is for life. Her leadership in Versailles & Ohio has shaped generations of musicians, educators, & community members.

@PMEAstate Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving from PMEA!

It has been a tremendous celebration of excellence so far today! We have one more block of great performances ahead before we conclude the 2025 OMEA State Marching Band Finals!

Friday was a very productive day of meaningful conversations with members & staff of the Ohio General Assembly. We appreciate the work of our OMEA delegation-President Brian Stevens, President-Elect Danielle Shaub, Advocacy Chair Paul Glader, and Executive Director Jay Wardeska.

The Arts Education Partnership unites leaders to advance arts education for every student. This week, OMEA Executive Director Jay Wardeska represented OMEA on the AEP Advisory Council. Coalition work makes advocacy stronger & secures lasting access for all. #WeAreOMEA #artsed

📢 All-State Results are out! 🎶 Emails went to Band, Choir, Jazz & Orchestra students yesterday (school emails may block them—please check in). 🎼 Directors: View results under “All-State Roster” in your Member Area & approve your students. 🌟 #WeAreOMEA