Research and Development

Updated 11/2017

1. Meeting:
   • Meet during annual conference.
   • Additional meetings may be held the day of the biannual meeting in November.
   • Special meetings may be called. Additional travel reimbursement must be pre-approved by the IBA president.
   • Chair person is responsible for calling all meetings.
2. Committee Members:
   • Committee members are selected by each district to serve a staggered three-year term.
   • Each committee member may serve a maximum of 2 consecutive three year-terms.
3. Surveys:
   • A survey regarding the status of band programs in the state will be conducted each year.
   • The surveys will be conducted on a three-year rotation.
     • High School.
     • Middle School/Junior High.
     • Elementary/Beginning.
   • Results will be published in the summer issue of the IBA magazine.
   • The chairperson shall oversee the annual survey is completed and results prepared for publication.
4. Research and Development:
   • Suggestions from membership will be encouraged and accepted on any topic related to bands in Iowa.
     • Curriculum.
     • Website Usage.
     • Other.
   • Chairperson will bring all submitted ideas to the committee for project selection.
   • Following adoption of a project, the chairperson shall see a project through to completion in a timely manner.
5. Website Resources:
   • Create and maintain a resource page on the IBA website.
     • Website links.
     • Repertoire lists.
     • Best Teaching Practice & Techniques articles.
     • Articles of Special Interest and/or Recognition.