Fall Conference is an event hosted by Florida NAfME Collegiate focusing on professional development and networking for our pre-service collegiate members. This event is comprised of hands-on experiences, educational sessions, music-making opportunities, and more. Fall Conference is a fantastic opportunity to grow as an educator, make connections with future employers and colleagues, and meet your peers from all around the state of Florida.
Fall Conference 2026
What is Fall Conference?
Where is Fall Conference?
Fall Conference 2026 will be held at Stetson University in Deland, FL.
When is Fall Conference?
October 24th-25th 2026
FALL
CONFERENCE
2024 RECAP
Volunteers Needed!
This year’s sessions are designed to be interactive, engaging, and filled with opportunities to make music together.
We encourage all students to bring their wind or string instruments so you can actively participate in the events and activities hosted throughout the conference. Your involvement will help create a collaborative and inspiring musical experience for everyone. There are two possible ensembles to volunteer for, one all inclusive and one string specific. Volunteer below!
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Sample 2025 Schedule
Saturday, November 8
Breakfast and Lunch on Your Own
Drs. Bernard W. & Shirley Pooler Kinsey Band Hall Events
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm Check-in/ Jazz Band
1:00 pm - 1:10 pm Transition
1:10 pm - 1:15 pm A Few Words from FMEA Immediate
Past-President (Mr. Jason Locker)
1:15 pm - 2:15 pm Keynote Speaker
(Dr. John Southall)
2:15 pm - 2:30 pm Icebreaker
2:30 pm - 3:30 pm Session 1
(Dr. John Southall/ Band)
3:30 pm - 3:35 pm Break
3:35 pm - 4:20 pm Session 2
(Dr. Tyler Goehring/ Orchestra)
4:20 pm - 4:25 pm Break
4:25 pm - 5:10 pm Session 3
(Dr. Arnekua Jackson/ Chorus)
5:10 pm - 5:15 pm Break
5:15 pm - 5:20 pm A Few Words from the National
NAfME Collegiate Advisory Council
(Dr. Steven Kelly)
5:20 pm - 6:05 pm Session 4
(Dr. Shelby Chipman/ Ensembles)
6:05 pm - 7:30 pm Dinner
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Scavenger Hunt
9:00 pm - 9:15 pm Closing Remarks/ Discuss Sunday Agenda
Sunday, November 9
Breakfast on Your Own
Drs. Bernard W. & Shirley Pooler Kinsey Band Hall Events
9:00 am - 9:45 am Session 5
(Mr. Darrius Langston/ Elementary Education)
9:45 am - 9:50 am Break
9:50 am - 10:35 am Music Education Chopped
10:35 am - 10:40 am Break
10:40 am - 11:25 am Advocacy Presentation
(Ms. Kathryn Lang)
11:30 am - 1:00 pm Lunch on Your Own
Meet the County Supervisors!
Foster-Tanner Recital Hall Event
1:00 pm - 1:15 pm Large Panel
Foster-Tanner Classroom Events (Room 201 & 209)
1:15 pm - 2:00 pm Breakout Panels
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Mock Interviews
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Snacks with Supervisors
Foster-Tanner Recital Hall Events
4:00 pm - 4:05 pm Transition
4:05 pm - 4:15 pm Closing Remarks