Follow up the presentation with a formal letter thanking the principals for their time and interest in students. Include a summary statement describing in a single sentence the results of the studies one more time. 5.Inform parents of prospective or current string students of the results of the studies. Talk about the findings at elementary concerts and at recruitment meetings. Give parents a copy of your handout if they want one.
Informed parents make informed decisions.
6.Discuss the results and the implications of the studies in your orchestra newsletter. Some school district-wide publications may be interested as well. Stay involved 7.Work with parents if their children in strings are doing poorly in their classroom subjects. The studies do not say that every child will do well academically, only that string students in general will. Assure parents that you are really willing to help find the best solution for the academic needs of your string students.