NAfME
Lisa Thompson is an experienced educational product and services manager at NAfME since August 2012, where responsibilities include developing professional development programs, managing the Learning Network, coordinating partnerships for graduate credits, and facilitating national conferences. Prior to this, Lisa served as a general music teacher at Bowling Green Primary and Elementary Schools and held various teaching positions such as band director at Arcadia Middle School and Northampton Middle School, demonstrating a strong commitment to music education from grades K-8. Additionally, Lisa's background includes roles in administrative support and internships within the music industry, supported by a Master of Education in Music and a Bachelor of Music in Music Education and Music Business from the State University of New York at Potsdam.
NAfME
The National Association for Music Education (NAfME) is a collaborative community that supports music educators and advocates for equitable access to music education. The only association that addresses all aspects of music education, NAfME, together with its affiliated state music education associations, advocates at the national, state, and local levels and provides resources and opportunities for teachers, students, parents, and administrators. Founded in 1907 and representing more than 53,000 members teaching millions of students, NAfME advances the music education profession and promotes lifelong experiences in music.