Commitment, Connection, and Communication: These words summarize a triangle of opportunity and are the foundations of a Critical Pedagogy. In practice, commitment, connection, and communication are key words for music educators in their daily work with students. This article explores the eight steps of applying Critical Pedagogy--as outlined in Abrahams's (2005a) model of Critical Pedagogy for Music Education--in relation to communication with administrators, and the ways in which it may aid in connecting within a community.