WVMS Music Educators:

Christy Brown

Noreen Hanson

Elissa Jones-Leonard

Allen Konikowski

Ryan Muehlbauer

Nicole Redeker

Click here to open the 2010-11 Instrumental and Vocal Music Student Handbook, where you will find information on how to sign up, schedules, attendance, lessons, grading and the 2010-11 Contract and signature page.

Our Mission

To inspire, foster, and nurture the lifelong enjoyment of music through performance and classroom experience.

Why Music?

Participating in a musical ensemble is more than learning to play an instrument
or sing a song. It helps to build self-confidence, self-worth, and pride in one’s
accomplishments. Being a member of the music department helps prepare our
students to beproductive members of the workforce and society. Studies have
shown that students whoparticipate in music score higher on standardized tests.
Through regimented practice,students learn good study and working habits.
Through rehearsal and concerts, students learn the values of teamwork and the
importance of contributing their best to further the accomplishments of the group.

Reasons to Support the Arts

1. The arts develop higher-order thinking skills.

2. The arts can increase cooperation, tolerance of diverse values and viewpoints,
and understanding of cultures past and present.

3. The arts engage a variety of learning styles and offer all children avenues for
academic success, includingchildren with disabilities and limited English proficiency.

4. The arts contribute to tourism.

5. The arts assist in developing public images in the corporate world.

6. The arts in the schools and communities can attract new businesses to the area.