1. Kathryn Meeker Block 3 Mrs. Danehower

2. Why I chose my Topic I chose my topic because I’ve been involved with music programs for 7 years and is a major part of my life.

3. Research Music Students tend to do better on ACT’s and SAT’s. Music Students tend to receive more academic honors and awards than those who didn’t take music education Music, especially around 60 BPM, activates both hemispheres in the brain, making the brain more relaxed, alert, and able to learn.

4. Research Schools with music education programs tend to have higher attendance and graduation rates. Music students tend to have better time management and teamwork skills. Those involved in music programs are less likely to abuse drugs and alcohol.

5. Product My product is a documentary that shows the benefits students have received while being involved with music education.

6. Product: Tri-Fold

7. Video Clip https://vimeo.com/42094947

8. Self Reflection What did I learn from this project? This project renewed my appreciation for my musical education opportunities, I learned how to conduct myself in a professional manner (interviews and presentation),and I learned that I want to help advocate the need for music education. How will this help me in the future? This will help me in the future because I now know how I work and what I need to do on to make other projects go more smoothly.