Time to name Foundation Fellows.

Now is the time to decide whom your state will honor by naming him or her an MTNA FOUNDATION Fellow. MTNA's goal is to have each and every state affiliate name a FOUNDATION Fellow, whether it's a beloved teacher, former state president or other leader. Local associations are also encouraged to name Fellows.

The Fellow program offers a meaningful method for honoring deserving individuals while supporting the efforts of the MTNA FOUNDATION FUND through a donation to the FOUNDATION FUND in an individual's name.

Designating a Fellow is easy. Simply send a contribution of $1,000 or more, along with a completed MTNA Fellow Information Form to MTNA. The form is available on the FOUNDATION website at www.mtnafoundation.org or by contacting national headquarters at [phone]. The funds may come from one individual's donation or from a group of persons wishing to confer this special honor upon a colleague. Please note that the Fellow distinction may not be established in the contributor's own name. This is an honor bestowed by peers.

Each year new MTNA Fellows are recognized at the MTNA national conference. Also, new Fellows are recognized in American Music Teacher magazine, and their names will appear on a plaque located at the MTNA national headquarters. A press release will be sent to media outlets selected by the Fellow.

In the event that a Fellow is unable to attend the conference, the local association and/or state affiliate will be encouraged to recognize the Fellow.

Questions about establishing an MTNA Fellow can be directed to the MTNA FOUNDATION FUND at [phone] or [e-mail].