NFHS Outstanding Music Educator AwardThe Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) is a state member of the National Federation of High Schools (NFHS) and presents this award on their behalf. Nominations are based upon outstanding service and unselfish devotion to interscholastic music by high school or collegiate music educators. The award was first presented in 1989 and the winner is announced each year at NMEA's annual Conference/Clinic. The 2021 NFHS Outstanding Music Educator of the YearDR. LANCE NIELSEN OF LINCOLN PUBLIC SCHOOLS![]() Dr. Lance Nielsen of Lincoln Public Schools has been named Nebraska’s National Federation of State High School Association’s (NFHS) 2021-22 Outstanding Music Educator of the Year. Dr. Nielsen was nominated for the NFHS award by the Nebraska School Activities Association (NSAA) in collaboration with the Nebraska Music Educators Association (NMEA). Nominations are based upon outstanding service and unselfish devotion to interscholastic music by high school or college music educators. The NFHS Outstanding Music Educator Award was first given in 1989. Nielsen obtained his Educational Administration Certificate and Doctor of Philosophy in Music from the University of Nebraska - Lincoln. Nielsen’s career began in Kimball Public Schools in 1991 teaching 5-12 instrumental music. His career path includes stops at the Norris School District, Lincoln East High School and Doane College. In 2014 he became the Music Supervisor for Lincoln Public Schools where he oversees the Dr. Nielsen has greatly contributed to music education in Nebraska, nationally and abroad. In addition to anchoring award-winning music programs within his district, Nielsen continues to impact music education as a clinician, speaker, and author. Nielsen is praised for his innovative and servant leadership that drew high remarks during the past year in working through the pandemic. Nielsen was honored with the award at the Nebraska Music Educators Association annual awards banquet held on November 18th. NEBRASKA'S NFHS MUSIC EDUCATOR AWARD WINNERS SINCE 20022002 - Bryan Johnson, Oakland-Craig High School . |