For the third year in a row, New Braunfels ISD has been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) by the NAMM Foundation, a national distinction that honors outstanding commitment to music education in schools and communities.

Two awards are given each year: Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) for school districts and the SupportMusic Merit Award (SMMA) for individual school sites. Both reach K-12 schools and districts throughout the U.S. and offer opportunities to increase awareness and support for music programs. Over 1,000 districts and individual school sites (public, private, charter, parochial) were recognized for having the highest commitment to producing exceptional music programs.  

“This award represents the support as a district we provide music education, but also takes into consideration how the community supports music education,” said Dr. Marty Lenard, NBISD Director of Fine Arts. “We would not be able to receive such an award if we didn’t have strong boosters or community partnerships such as the Mid-Texas Symphony or Brauntex Theatre.”

To qualify for the Best Communities designation, [District] answered detailed questions about funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, support for the music program and community music-making programs. Responses were verified by school officials and reviewed by Responses were verified by school officials and reviewed by the leading arts educational research firm, WolfBrown.  

About The NAMM Foundation

The NAMM Foundation is the charitable arm of the National Association of Music Merchants, the global trade association for the music products industry. The foundation works to remove systemic barriers that limit access to music-making and career pathways in the music industry. By investing in bold ideas and innovative solutions, we strive to build inclusive and thriving musical communities. For more information about The NAMM Foundation, please visit www.nammfoundation.org.