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Michael Andrew Demster

Michael Andrew Demster is the principal of Maxine Smith STEAM Academy in Memphis, which emphasizes science, technology, engineering, math and the creative arts. He is a graduate of the Emerging Leaders and Aspiring Principals,  teacher leader and principal training programs offered by New Leaders. 

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Posted inElementary to High School

PRINCIPAL VOICE: Why I’ve taken a community-based approach to arts education

Avatar photo by Michael Andrew Demster December 19, 2019March 1, 2021

I find myself at least once a week in a place that’s become increasingly rare in schools around the country — my school’s orchestra room. As I listen to students perform, I am struck by the dedication and wealth of knowledge on display. When the bell rings and these kids move on to their other […]

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