E. Daniel Long Fund for Excellence

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Scarlett teacher earns Long Award, plans band clinic day for students

August 16, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Deborah Katz has worked in and around music for 33 years. Now, the Scarlett Middle School band teacher has hit a high note by earning the first E. Daniel Long Fund for Excellence in Music Education award.

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Dan Long’s music legacy continues on a high note

August 16, 2010 AAPS News Editor

Friends, colleagues and music parents from around the county have donated to the The E. Daniel Long Fund for Excellence in Music Education over the past eight years. Now, the fund has given out its first award, honoring the long-time music educator.

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