March Marks the 41st Anniversary of Music In Our Schools Month®!

03/20/2026 – Abington, MA—For more than 40 years, March has been designated by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME) as Music In Our Schools Month® (MIOSM®). The positive impact of music education in the lives of students lasts a lifetime. I encourage members in our community to celebrate music education as an essential part of every student’s educational journey!

Sincerely,

Mr. Leonelli

 

Timothy Leonelli, MM

Director of Music

 

Abington Public Schools

Music Department

201 Gliniewicz Way

Abington, MA 02351

  

Abington Public Schools Professional Recognitions

  • Abington Innovates Presenter, 2025 – "“Sit! Speak! Rollover!”: How to Train Your ChatGPT!”"

  • Chester J. Millett, Jr. Outstanding Certified Staff Award Recipient, 2023

  • Abington Innovates Presenter, 2023 – “Zero-to-Band: Creating A Culture of Excellence”

 

Abington “Champions” Marching Band Recognitions

  • USBands Group 1, Regional A, Massachusetts State Champions, 2025, 2024

  • “Excellent” Ratings at the USBands New England States Championships, 2023, 2022