Crandall ISD Earns National Recognition for Music Excellence for the Third Time
CRANDALL, TX – Crandall ISD is proud to announce that it has been honored with the Best Communities for Music Education designation from the NAMM Foundation for the third time. This national recognition highlights the district’s commitment to providing access to music education for all students and its efforts to make music a core part of the curriculum.
“It represents what our students experience every day: meaningful opportunities to create, perform, and grow through music,” said John Nutt, Crandall ISD Director of Fine Arts.
The award is presented by the NAMM Foundation, the philanthropic arm of NAMM—the National Association of Music Merchants. While many honors focus on specific performance groups, this recognition is district-wide. It evaluates how music is taught and played across every grade level and on every campus throughout Crandall ISD, ensuring that students receive a high-quality arts education from the moment they enter elementary school.
“This recognition reflects the dedication of our music educators across every campus, the support of our administrators, and the leadership of our school board in valuing the arts as an essential part of a well-rounded education,” Nutt said.
“On behalf of the board of trustees and Crandall ISD, we want to extend a huge congratulations to our fine arts department for being recipients of the NAMM award,” said Superintendent Dr. AJ Murry. “Being one of only 127 recipients across the United States speaks to the passion, dedication, and commitment of our fine arts staff and students. We are extremely proud!”
To qualify for the Best Communities designation, Crandall ISD provided detailed information regarding funding, graduation requirements, music class participation, instruction time, facilities, and support for music programs. This award serves as a testament to the district’s belief that music education is vital to student success and community engagement.