The British Columbia Association of Community Music Schools (BCACMS) promotes the establishment and support of independent and affiliated non-profit Conservatory-type Music Schools in British Columbia. The BCACMS facilitates the interaction and cooperation between these schools and with provincial, national and international organizations with the same or similar interests.
Visit our main website at www.bcacms.bc.ca
Shared Goals and Values for BCACMS Member Schools
Quality
- Offers broad, sequential programming that is responsive to community needs and reflects the school’s mission statement and vision
- Challenges each student to realize his/her highest level of artistic potential in a caring and supportive environment
- Offers ongoing publicly advertised performances and recitals by students, instructors and/or guest professionals
- Engages qualified faculty members
- Utilizes an appropriately equipped instructional facility
Accessibility
- Serves students regardless of age, gender, race, religion, national and ethnic origin, sexual orientation or disability
- Offers both need-based financial aid and competitive based scholarships
Accountability
- Provides effective management through the use of professional staff members
- Incorporates as a not-for-profit society governed by a volunteer Board of Directors to ensure accountability, adherence to mission and responsiveness to changing community needs as well as to ensure the longevity of the organization
- Adheres to policies and procedures that ensure the safety and security of students, faculty and staff
Visit our main website at www.bcacms.bc.ca
