February 5, 2024
ROCKY RIVER, Ohio – Rocky River High School vocal music teacher Allison Paetz has been named to Yamaha’s ‘40 Under 40’ music education program for 2024. Launched in 2021, the program celebrates educators who have gone above and beyond in their students' music education.
To read more about Paetz’s selection, please click here.
Forty teachers under the age of 40 were selected based on the following characteristics:
- Action: Anticipate what needs to be done and proactively take the necessary steps that lead to a stronger music program
- Courage: Propose and implement new or bold ideas
- Creativity: Show innovation and imagination in achieving plans and objectives
- Growth: Establish, grow or improve music education in their schools and communities