Morrison Elementary (Norwalk, CA): Mid-Journey Reflections: A Classroom Teacher Incorporates Music
Updated on July 8th, 2008 • 
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This report contains three extended narratives that illustrate the core narrative:
- Norwalk/Morrison Steel Pan Band – Karen Calhoun
story: Professional development from the music teacher point of view, showing growth over three years. Focuses on students’ performance success, but also demonstrates the value of sustained partnership and especially mentorship among students. Includes sidebar of student reflections. - Using Dulcimer Instruction for Music Integration – Lori Knight
story: Professional development from the classroom teacher point of view. Teacher uses her own interest in the dulcimer to fuel students’ natural curiosity for learning. Features examples of integration with music and language arts (story orchestra), social studies, and math. Sessions and on-line forums with professional musicians create music growth as well as more opportunities for literacy - Journey of a Teaching Artist – Andrew Grueshow
story: Professional Development and growth from the teaching artist point of view.