HAPCO believes in paying it forward – and that includes supporting the people who shape future generations every day: teachers.
We are proud to partner with long-time HAPCO educator Mickey Smith Jr. to present Mickey’s Monthly Musings, a series of practical ideas, encouragement and real-world teaching strategies.
Each month, he shares lessons from the band room that apply to every classroom. His belief is simple: great teaching is not only about delivering content – it is about creating experiences that help people grow.
What’s To Learn
Through the lens of music education, Mickey explores the systems, habits and mindsets that help educators:
Build strong classroom culture
Develop meaningful relationships
Create effective systems
Encourage student ownership
Sustain themselves while doing work that matters
Every edition offers practical ideas educators can reflect on, apply immediately and carry into any learning environment, regardless of subject area or age group.
About Mickey
Mickey Smith Jr. is a full-time educator with more than 20 years of classroom experience.
A GRAMMY® Music Educator Award recipient and eight-time Teacher of the Year, he continues to teach students while supporting educators and educational leaders across the country. His work is grounded in both educational theory and the realities of today’s classrooms.
