2025 | MMEA Mentoring Conference: Schedule “At A Glance”
11th annual mmea mentoring conference
september 14-15, 2025 * Tan-tar-a conference center
2025 Mentoring Conference
“At A Glance” Schedule
sunday
12:15pm
Conference Registration
Registration for all 1st, 2nd and 3rd year teachers.
Registration for all teachers with 4 or more years experience.
1:00pm
General Session 1: “Don’t Question Your Life Choices Just Yet…”
Made a mistake during your first months of teaching?
This session will let you know that you are not alone.
1:30pm
“Everything’s Fine. Probably. IDK.”
From newbies to master teachers we all make mistakes. BIG mistakes. Bring your most embarrassing stories and prepare to share, commiserate and most importantly, LAUGH!
2:15pm
“Common Classroom Questions Answered.”
Experienced mentors will answer questions common to all new teachers. New teachers are encouraged to share their ideas as well!
3:45pm
“MSHSAA UPDATE”
Presenter: James Melton
This session will help new teachers navigate the rules and regulations of the MSHSAA Music Festivals.
4:30pm
Content Area
Breakout Sessions
Content Area Sessions: “Fix It, Teach It, Tech It: Answering Your Questions Part 1”
K-12
Elementary
Band
Choir
Orchestra
These breakout sessions are designed to address specific issues in the K-12, elementary, band, and choir disciplines. All sessions will provide the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced MMEA Mentors.
5:45pm
JB’s Boathouse Deck
DINNER
*Provided by MMEA
6:45pm
Content Area
Breakout Sessions
Content Area Sessions: Ask and Answer Hour: Answering Your Questions Part 2”
K-12
Elementary
Band
Choir
Orchestra
These breakout sessions are designed to address specific issues in the K-12, elementary, band, and choir disciplines. All sessions will provide the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced MMEA Mentors.
8:15pm
“Ask Me About…”
Starting your teaching journey comes with excitement—and a lot of questions. This informal, open Q&A clinic is designed specifically for new teachers who want real talk, practical tips, and honest advice. Whether you’re wondering about classroom management, parent communication, lesson planning, or simply surviving the first month, bring your questions and ask experienced educators who’ve been there. No question is too small or too big. On the flip side, bring an idea that has worked for you to share with others.
9:00pm
Social Networking
monday
7:30am
Continental Breakfast / Mentor Lounge: “Bagels and Basics”
Attendees will be able to ask specific questions of mentors in a “speed dating” setting. Topics will include classroom management, lesson planning, best practices, discipline, and many others.
9:00am
“Harmonizing Together: Because Music Isn’t a Solo Act”
9:45am
Content Area
Breakout Sessions
Content Area Sessions: “Your Time: Answering Your Questions Part 3”
K-12
Elementary
Band
Choir
Orchestra
These breakout sessions are designed to address specific issues in the K-12, elementary, band, and choir disciplines. All sessions will provide the opportunity to ask questions of our experienced MMEA Mentors.
11:30am
“Self Care for Educators
12:15pm
Closing Remarks