EdTech
ATHENA Summit
The ATHENA Summit is a full-day event focused on music, leadership, empowerment, and mentorship. It is designed for musicians and music educators at various stages, including middle school, high school, college students, and band directors. Participants engage in workshops to develop musical and leadership skills and gain practical ideas and professional connections.
The essentials
Event details
- Dates
- 14 November 2026
- Organiser
- ATHENA MUSIC AND LEADERSHIP
- Tickets
- USD 25 to 99
- Industry
- EdTech
Agenda themes
Topics covered
- Education & Training
On stage
Speakers
- Keren Barr
- Dr. Zandra Bell-McRoyOwner
- Erin Cole SteeleConn Selmer, Inc
- Dr. Paula CriderProfessor Emerita, The University of Texas
- Sarah Dietrich
- Dr. Michquelena Potlunas FergusonPercussion Specialist, Cobb County, Georgia
- Linda GammonDirector of Bands (ret.), Fairfax County, Virginia
- Wendy HigdonCreekside Middle School, Carmel, Indiana
- Dr. Shelley JagowDirector of Bands, Wright State University, Ohio
- Dr. Myra RhodenFounder Athena Music and Leadership, University of West Georgia
- Dr. Courtney SnyderAssociate Director of Bands, University of Michigan
- Renee ToddDirector of Bands (ret.), Ligon GT Magnet Middle School, North Carolina
- Marguerite WilderConsultant, Clinician, Author, GIA Publications
On the floor
Sponsor
- GIA Publications
Plan the spend
Tickets
Ticket tiers, as published by the organiser:
| Band Directors | USD 99 |
| College Students | USD 25 |
Logistics
Where to stay
Places to stay near the venue.
Clayton Motel
1111 West University Drive, Denton, 76201
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