.png)
Collegiate MMEA NAfME
2026 All-State Conference & Concert Collegiate Ambassadors
The Massachusetts Music Educators Association (MMEA) is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2026 Collegiate Ambassador Program. This program offers college students a unique opportunity to engage with the All-State Conference while building connections and gaining professional experience. Collegiate Ambassadors play a crucial role in ensuring the success of the conference and concert programs.
Apply Here
Deadline: December 12th, 2025
Dates
-
Wednesday, March 18th, 2026, at 12pm through March 21, 2026, at 5pm
Locations
-
Wednesday - Saturday in Worcester, MA.
Housing
-
Double-occupancy rooms are provided for ambassadors requesting accommodations.
Meals
-
Meals are provided, and dietary restrictions will be accommodated.
What Will You Be Doing?
Collegiate Ambassadors will assist with a variety of conference activities, including:
-
Greeting and engaging with music educators and staff from across Massachusetts.
-
Supporting MMEA staff by presiding over sessions (introducing presenters and assisting with technical setups, such as projectors).
-
Participating in keynote sessions and networking events.
-
Building connections with collegiate peers from institutions statewide.
-
Assisting All-State Ensembles.
-
Moving equipment between various conference and performance sites.
Program Perks
-
Exclusive networking lunch with educators and fellow ambassadors.
-
Hands-on professional development experience.
-
Opportunities to build relationships with leaders in music education.
Application Process
-
Deadline: December 12, 2025, at 11:59 pm
-
Notification of Acceptance: January 9, 2026
Time Commitment
Ambassadors are expected to participate fully from 4:00 PM on Wednesday, March 18, through 9:00 PM on Saturday, March 21. Time conflicts will be considered on a case-by-case basis; please include any conflicts in your application.
How Will Applications Be Evaluated?
The collegiate advisor, will anonymize applications and distribute them to the collegiate board and other MMEA members for evaluation. Applications will be assessed based on:
-
Availability
-
Quality of responses to application questions.
-
Demonstrated commitment to participation.
-
Applicant’s advisor’s feedback.
Join Us!
Be a part of the MMEA Collegiate Ambassador Program to make meaningful contributions to the All-State Conference and advance your journey in music education!
For questions or additional details, contact MMEA President, Jared Cassedy at president@massmea.org
Follow the MMEA Collegiate State Board on Instagram @cnafmema
MMEA Collegiate Conference Registration Scholarship
With a sponsorship from ___________________, MMEA is able to assist a limited amount of collegiate music education students who are in financial need with the ability to pay for the All-State Conference registration fee. Those who have already registered are eligible to apply for reimbursement for the conference fee. Please fill the form below out by March ___, 2026 for consideration.
Apply here
MMEA State Collegiate Board
Julia Hayes
She/Her/Hers
Co-President
Julia is a student at Berklee College of Music studying Music Education with a minor in Psychology. She is a vocalist and multi-instrumentalist from central Massachusetts. In addition to serving as Co-President on the MMEA Collegiate State Board, Julia is Co-President of Berklee’s NAfME collegiate chapter and is involved with the Berklee Institute for Accessible Arts Education. Julia is passionate about culturally responsive and accessible arts education for all ages and is so excited to become more involved with MMEA through the State Collegiate Board!
Nicholas LaCava
He/Him/His
Co-President
Nick is currently pursuing a Music Education and Performance degree in percussion from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. He loves performing and exploring any and all music that heads his way. He is passionate about making an impact on music education and spreading his passion for music as far as he can reach. He cannot wait to create more opportunities for collegiate music educators through his connections with MMEA and the State Collegiate Board!
Robbie Lacey
He/Him
Secretary
Robbie is a student at UMass Amherst majoring in Music Education. A proud saxophonist from Brockton, he is deeply passionate about integrating the arts into classrooms. With a strong drive to enhance music education in schools, Robbie is thrilled to collaborate with the Massachusetts Music Educators Association (MMEA) through the State Collegiate Board.
Jupiter Montalvo
they/them
Treasurer
Jupiter is a student at Berklee College of Music majoring in music education. They are a vocalist and violinist from Worcester Massachusetts. They are passionate about giving all students the opportunity to learn and play music no matter what! They have participated in MMEA conferences as a collegiate and represented Massachusetts in the most recent music education advocacy summit in DC. Jupiter is excited to be on the board of the Collegiate NAfME state board and can not wait for the future.
Michelle Langelier
She/Her/Hers
Social Media & Graphics Coordinator
Michelle is an undergraduate Music Education student at Berklee College of Music, proficient in voice and electric bass. She is undeniably passionate about music education and its significance and holistic power in youth. Michelle loves to create - she is the Social Media & Graphics Coordinator for Berklee’s CNAfME chapter, and is thrilled to take on the same role for Massachusetts’s State Collegiate Board!
Davon Fuentes
He/Him
Board Member
Davon is currently pursuing a Music Degree with a concentration in Education from UMass Dartmouth. He is a trumpet player and aspiring composer from Dartmouth, MA. Davon has a deep love for all things music and education, and spends a lot of his free time teaching at local highschool marching bands, or composing and furthering his knowledge. He has participated in MMEA All-State conferences as a collegiate, and recently represented Massachusetts in the most recent Music Advocacy Summit in Washington, DC.