Bellingham has been awarded "Best Communities for Music Education" distinction 2024 from the NAMM Foundation: National Association of Music Merchants.
Congratulations! We are pleased to inform you that your dedication to music education has earned your school and community the Best Communities for Music Education award from The NAMM Foundation. The collective efforts-teachers, administrators, parents, students, and community leaders-have been instrumental in making music part of a well-rounded education for every child. We applaud Bellingham's unwavering commitment to creating an environment where each child can learn and grow with music. - The NAMM Foundation: National Association of Music Merchants
- 1st time honor for Bellingham!
- 23 school districts in MA were recognized
- Based on application with data about access to music education, highly qualified music educators, enrollment on music ensemble courses, supply and repair budgets, instrument inventory, professional development, co-curricular activities offered, booster and community support, community performances, students accepted to regional festivals, hours of music instruction