TJ Cusack

Music Teacher/Band Director working in East Harlem.

[UFT @UFT]

Just 20% of New York City middle schools reported offering instruction in all four arts disciplines (art, music, dance and theater) in the 2020-21 school year.

https://t.co/6WUHlbvwDt

[NYS Education Department @NYSEDNews]

.@NPR is keeping an up-to-date calendar of free virtual concerts that will be lived streamed on social media so you can watch from home. Find a concert to see with your kids: https://t.co/hAWmPYC3St #MusicMonday #NYLearnsRemotely

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

Beginning tomorrow, students will not report to school buildings for instruction as we transition to Remote Learning and Regional Enrichment Centers. More information is available at https://t.co/a6osApfhy7.

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

Sign the UFT led petition to close schools.

https://t.co/1BSvMJC7n0

[UFT @UFT]

Mayor Bill de Blasio and Governor Cuomo: It’s time to close the schools. #closenycpublicschools https://t.co/xSq5H1CPA7

[UFT @UFT]

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advised schools on Friday that closings for at least eight weeks might be the most effective way to contain the coronavirus. https://t.co/xqsrMoXD2d

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

@NYCMayor Please consider being proactive instead of reactive and close the schools on Monday.

[NYSSMA @NYSSMA_Official]

From @NYSSMAPresident: We have been monitoring the global COVID-19 outbreak and share concerns on public gatherings. We are most concerned for the health & welfare of our students, teachers, & communities. As of 3/13/20, all upcoming festivals are suspended until further notice.

[UFT @UFT]

Mulgrew: I've met with the Mayor and outlined our reasons for urging a shutdown. He believes the schools should stay open, though he has agreed to a number of additional safeguards and accommodations. In the end, we have decided to respectfully disagree. https://t.co/INK96SRTEs

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

⚠️ NYC Public Schools will be open tomorrow, Wednesday, March 7, 2018. Afterschool programs will continue as planned. Field trips using yellow bus service will be cancelled.
https://t.co/6IAR8fbZYB

[Manhattan East @ManEast224]

Happy Music In Our Schools Month! Here’s a look into one of our Rock Band rehearsals! #MIOSM

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

Happy Music in Our Schools Month! #MIOSM

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

Saw some great workshops at the @nafmecollegeny conference today. Great job hosting @NAfMEQC !

[nafme @NAfME]

"Parents can encourage musical development by creating an environment full of singing, movement & support." https://t.co/09aKDyh2qi

[nafme @NAfME]

It’s Friday! Are you ready to say farewell to 2017? https://t.co/noGbWlWYcu

[Manhattan East @ManEast224]

Happy Holidays from Manhattan East! Enjoy your break!

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

After a student had just finished playing an exercise for the class, a clarinet player raised her hand and asked "Can I send a Thank You note for his playing?" Perplexed I said, "What?" She timidly lifted the clarinet to her lips, played a soft C and said "ty". Most clever kid.

[Manhattan East @ManEast224]

Check out The Bulldogs covering School by Nirvana from last week's talent show! #musiceducation #nycdoe #talentshow

[TJ Cusack @CusackTJ]

Happy Thanksgiving to the 14 people following me, and no one else! #Thankful

[NYC Public Schools @NYCSchools]

🆕 Chancellor @CarmenFarinaDOE just released the 2016-17 School Quality Reports and announced New York City’s highest-ever postsecondary enrollment: https://t.co/Q1HrOD6NRh