For the fifth consecutive year, the Bethpage Union Free School District has been recognized as one of the Best Communities for Music Education by The NAMM Foundation, a prestigious national honor that celebrates school districts for their outstanding support of music education.
Now in its 26th year, the Best Communities for Music Education (BCME) designation is awarded to districts that demonstrate an exceptional commitment to providing music access and education to all students. To earn this designation, Bethpage completed a comprehensive survey that examined key areas including funding, graduation requirements, participation in music classes, instructional time, staffing, facilities and support for music programs and community music-making.
The NAMM Foundation’s recognition is not just a celebration of musical excellence—it also helps raise awareness about the importance of music education in a well-rounded curriculum. The Foundation, which is the charitable arm of the National Association of Music Merchants, works to eliminate barriers to music-making and create more equitable opportunities for all students to engage in the arts.
Bethpage’s robust music program begins in the elementary grades and continues through high school, offering students a variety of opportunities to participate in band, orchestra, chorus and specialized ensembles. Students regularly perform in district concerts, community events and regional competitions, with many being selected for All-County and All-State honors.
Congratulations to the entire Bethpage community on this well-deserved recognition!