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The National Anthem Project Teachers’ Resources

The resources below have been created by MENC members and staff to help you teach patriotic music and raise awareness of the importance of music education in preserving American musical traditions.

Listen to the Anthem or Sing Along


"The Star-Spangled Banner" Sheet Music


Standard-Based Lesson Plans
from My Music Class, MENC's Lesson Plan Library (MENC member login required)


Downloadable Logos


Participate in National Anthem Day and Publicize Your Event


Resources


School and Community Activities

  • Feature the national anthem as an important part of your ceremonies and concerts.
  • Encourage administrators to include the anthem as a part of the regular school day.
  • Encourage your local leaders to include singing the anthem before meetings and events.
  • Speak and present materials at your local school board meetings about the important role music teachers play in passing American heritage on from one generation to another.
  • Contact local radio stations and encourage them to play the anthem at noon each day. When you hear it being played, don't be afraid to stop and show respect for the song.
  • Contact local sports teams and ask if you or your students can lead the crowd in singing the anthem before a game. Encourage them to print the words in the program so the crowd can sing along.