Correia Instrumental Music Tri-M Chapter T8626
NAfME's 2023-24 National Junior Chapter of the Year!

This year marks the first anniversary of Tri-M Chapter 8626, where 26 founding members established the chapter’s governance by drafting bylaws and forming committees. Their activities included a productive Fall Retreat & Kick-Off Party, participation in the Disney Leadership Academy on teamwork, and an OB Toy Drive. The founders inducted 20 new members in January of 24', each of which now comprising Tri-M Chapter 8626 and its executive board members. They organized a community recital at Hervey Library, which raised $600, and a Night Out on Newport event that connected local businesses with school music programs. Additionally, they hosted a Petting Zoo, participated in the CMEA-SBS/Tri-M Solo & Ensemble Festival, and presented at the Shepherds Center Lunch Bunch. Members also assisted with Point Loma High School’s "Rhapsody" concert and Dana Concerts. The group was recognized and awarded the 2023-24 National Junior Chapter of the Year by the National Association of Music Education. This year's Tri-M was comprised of significant leadership development and community engagement, leaving a strong foundation for future members. Tri-M Chapt. 8626 of 24'-25' was also put in second place for National Junior Chapter of the Year by the National Association of Music Education, which gave to our advisor, Marc Dwyer the position to oversee the Western Division of Tri-M as a whole.
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What is Tri-M?

​Tri-M Music Honor Society is an honor society that recognizes students that have exceeded both academically and musically. Each student is chosen by their character, cooperation, leadership, service and scholarship. It is the only honor music society for middle/high schoolers and requires dedication and hard work. 

Chapter Governance

Budget will be released along with the 25'-26' chapter
Applications for the 25-26 School Year Have Ended
What does Tri-M do?
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  • Provide an appropriate method for recognizing the musical achievements of our members
  • Strengthen our school’s music program by helping  students reach their full musical potential
  • Motivate and recognize our members’ musical and personal achievements, credits, and grades
  • Recruit a diverse group of members and encourage them to work together toward a common goal
  • Inspire and challenge our members with goals and cooperation 
  • Focus public attention on our school’s music program through community service and contributing to our community
  • Create a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment to develop the next generation of leaders in our musical community
Tri-M Ensembles in Action!
Requirements:
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  1. Tri-M Applicants must have enrolled in a music ensemble and/or class for at least one semester of the current school year at Correia Middle School)
  2. Tri-M Applicants must exhibit leadership, service, and character in their activities while at Correia Middle School
  3. Tri-M Applicants must have maintained an A average music grade for Semester one, with a B average grade or equivalent in other academic subjects.
  4. Tri-M Applicants must have an M, (meeting) or E, (exceeding) average citizenship grade in other academic subjects. 
  5. Applications open in December 2nd for Selection in January. New Members are selected by the executive board and then approved by the Tri-M General Board. Chapter Advisor(s) make final approvals based on the recommendation of the Tri-M General Board. Please review the chapter Bylaws for details.
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25-26 Membership Application
Applications open December 2, 2024
     Meeting Dates:
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  • Wednesday | August 21 - Executive Board Meeting

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