South Brunswick District’s Music Program Gets Recognition From State Lawmakers

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — South Brunswick School District’s music program recently received a joint legislative ceremonial resolution from state lawmakers.

The news was relayed to the community during the Board of Education meeting held on Thursday.

This comes close on the heels of the recognition the program recently received from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation.

The ceremonial resolution came from Sen. Andrew Zwicker, Assemblyman Roy Freiman and Assemblywoman Mitchelle Drulis.

“This recognition from both the New Jersey Legislature and the NAMM Foundation is a testament to the dedication of our talented music educators and the positive impact our program has on our students,” said Evelyn Mamman, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction.

“Music Education fosters creativity, collaboration and critical thinking skills, all things that are essential for a well-rounded development.”

The school district has one of the best-known music education programs in the state. According to Mamman what sets the district’s program apart from others is the music staff.

“They work tirelessly to inspire, engage and enlighten students in South Brunswick,” Mamman said.

“It is your work with our talented students that has fostered a long-standing tradition of excellence here in South Brunswick.”

Mamman said she was incredibly proud of the achievement and thanked the community for fostering an environment of commitment to the arts.

"As a community, known for excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts, we extend our appreciation to our school community, our parents, our community, colleagues, administration, the Board of Education, for their unwavering support of our music program,” Mamman said.

“It is their collective encouragement and commitment to the arts that has enabled us to achieve such remarkable milestones.”

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