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    The Mercer Island School District band program is the reason we moved to the island 16 years ago.
    • Dec 14, 2021
    • 1 min

    The Mercer Island School District band program is the reason we moved to the island 16 years ago.

    This program is unparalleled in its inclusiveness, cohesion, support of the whole student and effective teaching about music and life in ...
    Student: The band program is a resource for students educationally, socially, and emotionally.
    • Dec 13, 2021
    • 2 min

    Student: The band program is a resource for students educationally, socially, and emotionally.

    Band program provided me with an environment, education, and opportunities unparalleled to any other educational program the MIHS provides.
    Student: Environment in which everyone could succeed and grow in the classroom and larger community
    • Dec 12, 2021
    • 2 min

    Student: Environment in which everyone could succeed and grow in the classroom and larger community

    This short essay was written by a band member alum for a grad application, illustrating the lifelong impact of the Mercer Island band...
    She had a choice of private school, and chose to stay at MIHS because of the band program.
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 1 min

    She had a choice of private school, and chose to stay at MIHS because of the band program.

    She has developed confidence, a strong work ethic, leadership skills, empathy and a sense of belonging and teamwork through her time in band
    The opportunities afforded to the students is really something special and unique.
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 1 min

    The opportunities afforded to the students is really something special and unique.

    The band program helped them become better and more compassionate friends, community members and leaders.
    The Mercer Island Band Program is much more than a series of band classes.
    • Dec 11, 2021
    • 4 min

    The Mercer Island Band Program is much more than a series of band classes.

    Why is this band program so different than others?
    Student: Band was an integral part of my high school experience.
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: Band was an integral part of my high school experience.

    One specific memory that I have of band, which exemplifies its importance, is my freshman year marching band t-shirt. Every year, our ...
    He found his path because of all that the band program offers and learned what it takes to recover.
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    He found his path because of all that the band program offers and learned what it takes to recover.

    Each student should be fortunate enough to find his or her own path through the amazing teenage development years.
    Band program is one of the true gems that keeps us happy having our kids attend MI Schools
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    Band program is one of the true gems that keeps us happy having our kids attend MI Schools

    Band provides a strong and inclusive community that helps kids to establish social bonds beyond their immediate circle of friends or team...
    Band program was the most impactful experience and greatest privilege of our kids’ education on MI.
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    Band program was the most impactful experience and greatest privilege of our kids’ education on MI.

    This program of instruction and performance is among the best in the country and, unlike most, it is a no-cut, come one, come all deal.
    The skills my son has learned in band have become a source of pride for him.
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    The skills my son has learned in band have become a source of pride for him.

    The districts band program is something we brag about to our family that live out of state.
    Student: The MI band program is transformational in so many students' lives because of the staffing.
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: The MI band program is transformational in so many students' lives because of the staffing.

    Like many Mercer Island band alums, my time in the program was so impactful on my life that I chose to become a band director. The...
    Student: It’s difficult to overstate the impact that the MI Band Program has on its students.
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 2 min

    Student: It’s difficult to overstate the impact that the MI Band Program has on its students.

    Even now, having reflected for years on how profoundly the program shaped my development as a musician, friend, leader, and global citizen..
    Student:  Band is accessible because the utmost concern of the program has nothing to do with music
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 2 min

    Student: Band is accessible because the utmost concern of the program has nothing to do with music

    I wasn't a great musician, but I fell in love with band. I fell in love with the commitment to be uncomfortable and grow because of it.
    Student: For 8 years, Band was my home in the school district.
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: For 8 years, Band was my home in the school district.

    I was fortunate to learn invaluable lessons that transcended music, including responsibility, perseverance, and leadership.
    Student: Each of the band directors at MISD are invaluable for the growth of the districts' students
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: Each of the band directors at MISD are invaluable for the growth of the districts' students

    In 5th grade, my directors taught me perseverance and creativity, when I attempted my first notes on the flute.
    Both of my children have benefitted from the fantastic band program
    • Dec 9, 2021
    • 1 min

    Both of my children have benefitted from the fantastic band program

    Life lessons of community, leadership, sticking with something for many years and having it pay off and much more.
    Student: Dedication to compassion and kindness preached and practiced by our high school's staff.
    • Dec 8, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: Dedication to compassion and kindness preached and practiced by our high school's staff.

    Meeting other band kids from all over the country, I realized how different my experience could have been were it not for the educators ...
    Student: The high school band was life changing for me.
    • Dec 8, 2021
    • 1 min

    Student: The high school band was life changing for me.

    The band program provided an array of experiences I genuinely believe no other program could have given me
    Band is the best social-emotional and mental health support I know of, and I am so grateful
    • Dec 8, 2021
    • 1 min

    Band is the best social-emotional and mental health support I know of, and I am so grateful

    Everyone is valued - no matter their musical abilities or if they have special needs. Older students welcome, inspire and mentor younger ...
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