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<p>Dear MASTA Members,</p>
<div>We are currently taking nominations for MASTA Teacher of the
Year and Administrator of the Year for 2019.<br>
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<div>Odd numbered years are reserved for Orchestra
Teachers/Directors. The minimum qualifications for nominees
include:</div>
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<li>10 years of quality teaching in the state of Michigan</li>
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Demonstrated service to the profession</li>
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Member in good standing of ASTA</li>
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Nominated by a current MASTA Member</li>
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<div>We are also seeking nominees for Administrator of the Year.
The minimum qualifications for nominees include:</div>
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<li>Administrator for 5 years in the State of Michigan</li>
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Significant contribution to the promotion, maintenance, and/or
growth to string education in Michigan.</li>
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<div>Please email your nominations to Michael Hopkins,
President-Elect at <a class="moz-txt-link-abbreviated" href="mailto:mhopkins@umich.edu">mhopkins@umich.edu</a> by <b>Friday November 9.</b>
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<div>A ballot will be sent once the nomination period has ended.</div>
<div>The winner will be announced at the Michigan Music Conference
in January.</div>
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<div>Thank you for participating in this important process!</div>
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<div>Michael<br>
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Dr. Michael Hopkins
Associate Professor and Chair, Department of Music Education
University of Michigan
School of Music, Theatre & Dance
2230 Earl V. Moore Building
1100 Baits Drive
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
Phone: (734) 763-7948
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