Awards & Accolades

2023-2024

VCMS Band Students Hunter Bade (Trumpet), Annika Baldwin (Horn), Bentley Black (Horn), Mason Buche (Tenor Sax), Phoenix Carver (Bass Clarinet), Aiden Crippen (Percussion), Lupita De La Rose (Flute), Julia Ensey (Flute), Jayden Graves (Flute), Barrett Hellwig (Percussion), Jake Holcomb (Trumpet), Anabel Jaso (Trombone), Jeremy LeDuc (Trombone), Colton Long (Tuba), Avery Longwell (Flute), Laney Kinkelaar (Alto Sax), Adalyn Menefee (Flute), Eli Miller (Clarinet), Andrew Phillips (Tuba), Xavier Ray (Alto Sax), Lacey Riley (Trombone), Gabe Ronald (Percussion), Sam Scott (Trombone), earned positions in the 2023 Wichita Suburban League Honor Band.

2nd Place Overall of 10 performing ensembles at The 2023 Air Capital Invitational September 30th.

Junior Trombone Victoria McClure and Senior Trumpet Aaron Titus selected to the 2023 South Central Kansas Music Educators District 5/6A Jazz Ensemble.

The 2023 Hornet Marching Band places 4th in the Blue Division at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University of Kansas. The Band performed an overall 15th finish out of 21 performing ensembles from across the state featuring some of the elite band programs of Kansas.

The VCHS Hornet Marching Band completed the 2023 season in 4th place out of 25 bands at the Neewollah Marching Festival in Independence, KS.

VCHS Band Students Sallie Longwell (23rd Chair Clarinet), Addelyn Moore (15th Chair Clarinet), Addison Petrik (5th Chair Horn), Aaron Titus (11th Chair Trumpet) made positions in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Band. Sonareigh Bell (3rd Chair Clarinet) and Victoria McClure (2nd Chair Trombone) earned positions in the SCKMEA District Orchestra.

VCHS Band Students selected for The Wichita State University 2024 High School Honor Band: Ben Asmussen (Trombone), Annie Box (Clarinet), Aidan Case (Bari Sax), Sallie Longwell (Clarinet), Willa Lorenson (Percussion), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Waylon Minihan (Tuba), Addi Petrik (Horn), Vanessa Sanders (Clarinet),

Isaac Schrag (T. Sax), Amanda Sexton (Horn), Kelsey Sexton (Clarinet), Abby Soellner (Tuba), Shelby Stafford (Percussion), Glendon Thompson (Percussion), Aaron Titus (Trumpet), Jackson Trimble (Trumpet), Troy Waters (Percussion), Payton Williams (Trombone). They will be performing in the Duerksen Fine Arts Miller Concert Hall at WSU Saturday, Feb. 3rd.

Senior Pianist & Clarinetist Jenna Ju received Superior Ratings at KSHAA Regional Piano Festival and performed at State Festival.

VCMS 7th Grade Band performed to a straight "Superior" performance in the 2024 Wichita Suburban League Instrumental Music Festival. The VCMS 8th Grade Bands performed well to an "Excellent" performance.

9 VCMS Solos and Ensembles also achieved "Superior" Ratings.

Congrats to all the our VC Band Students who performed at the KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Andover High School April 6th, 2024:

Solos receiving Outstanding Ratings: Owen White (Baritone), Allison Reid (Flute), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Adilynn Moore (Clarinet), Sonareigh Bell (Clarinet)
Ensembles receiving Outstanding Ratings: VCHS Clarinet Quartet, VCHS Sax Quartet, & the VCHS Percussion Ensemble
Solos receiving Excellent Ratings: Tristan Derifield (Snare), Jenna Ju (Cello)

The VCHS Symphonic Winds receives straight "Superior" Ratings Performance in the KSHAA Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 17th. The VCHS Symphonic Band performed to an "Excellent" Rating.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2023-2024

Outstanding 6th Grade Band Member: Emlyn Wilborn
Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Sam Scott
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Tessa Carlisle
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Willa Lorenson, Addison Petrik, & Jonas Sellsberg
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Sallie Longwell
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Victoria McClure & Shelby Stafford
Dakota DeShazer Band Spirit Award: Grace Greenwood
Hornet Service Award: Cambree Ricks & Max Wallman
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Byron Nguyen
John Philip Sousa Award: Aaron Titus
George Naylor Scholarship: Bryce Burdick

2022-2023

VCHS Band Students Allison Reid (6th Chair Flute), Addelyn Moore (18th Chair Clarinet) & Gracie Orr (21st Chair Clarinet), Owen White (1st Chair Baritone) made positions in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Band. Chase Ivey (Percussion) earned a position in the SCKMEA District Orchestra.

VCMS Band Students selected for the 2022 Wichita Suburban League Honor Band: Caris Claussen (Flute), Grant Nold (Clarinet), Kayden Norman (Clarinet), Mason Buche (Alto Sax), Alexis Berhns (Trumpet), Natalia Brookshire (Trumpet), Dylan Wert (Trumpet), Addie Petrik (French Horn), James Grayson (Trombone), Lacey Riley (Trombone), Rhea White (Baritone), Willa Lorenson (Percussion).

VCHS Band Students selected for The Wichita State University High School Honor Band: Jenna Ju (Clarinet), Sally Longwell (Clarinet), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Victoria Palmer (Percussion), Allison Reid (Flute), Vanessa Sanders (Clarinet), Preston Schuetz (Trumpet), Abigail Sollener (Tuba), & Jackson Trimble (Trumpet).

Junior Pianist & Clarinetist Jenna Ju received Superior Ratings at KSHAA Regional Piano Festival and performed at State Festival.

VCMS 7th Grade Band performed to a straight "Superior" performance in the Wichita Suburban League Instrumental Music Festival. The VCMS 8th Grade Bands performed well to an "Excellent" performance.

9 VCMS Solos and Ensembles also achieved "Superior" Ratings.

Congrats to all the our VC Band Students who performed at the KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 1st, 2023:

Solos receiving Outstanding Ratings: Owen White (Baritone), Allison Reid (Flute), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Adilynn Moore (Clarinet), Sonareigh Bell (Clarinet)
Ensembles receiving Outstanding Ratings: VCHS Brass Quintet, VCHS Clarinet Quartet, VCHS Flute Quartet, VCHS Saxtet, VCHS Percussion Ensemble
Solos receiving Excellent Ratings: Chase Ivey (Tenors), Tristan Derifield (Snare), Jenna Ju (Clarinet & Cello)

Both The VCHS Symphonic Band & Symphonic Winds earns "Superior" Ratings Performances at the KSHAA Large Group Festival @ Wichita East High School April 19th.

VC Band Students who performed at the KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Salina South High School April 28th:

Solos receiving Outstanding Ratings: Owen White (Baritone)
Ensembles receiving Outstanding Ratings: VCHS Brass Quintet, VCHS Clarinet Quartet, VCHS Flute Quartet, VCHS Saxtet, VCHS Percussion Ensemble
Solos receiving Excellent Ratings: Allison Reid (Flute), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Adilynn Moore (Clarinet), Sonareigh Bell (Clarinet)

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2022-2023

Outstanding 6th Grade Band Member: Annika Baldwin, Eli Miller, Sam Scott
Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Aiden Crippen, Julia Ensy
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Bailey Freeman, Addison Petrik
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Sallie Longwell
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Victoria McClure
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Jenna Ju, Macee Lehr, Max Wallman
Dakota DeShazer Band Spirit Award: Dakota DeShazer, Grace Greewood
Hornet Service Award: Cheyenne Cicirello, Preston Schuetz
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: John Cain, Chasen Crippen
John Philip Sousa Award: Chase Ivey, Owen White
George Naylor Scholarship: Allison Reid

2021-2022

Junior Baritone Owen White performs as a member of The Wichita Youth Wind Ensemble.

Hornet Marching Band finished 7th Overall in the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 16th.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band receives straight Superior Ratings in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State October 23rd.

The 2021 Hornet Marching Band places 4th in the White Division at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band performed an overall 14th finish out of 22 performing ensembles from across the state featuring some of the elite band programs of Kansas.

VCHS Band Students Hudson Brown (6th Chair Trumpet), Owen White (2nd Chair Euphonium), and Chase Ivey (Percussion) made positions in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Band. Jenna Ju (13th Cello) earned positions in the SCKMEA District Orchestra.

VCMS Band Students for the 2021 Wichita Suburban League Honor Band: Nolan Jones (Trumpet), Jacob Kline (Trumpet), Sallie Longwell (Clarinet), Grant Nold (Clarinet), Melia Owings (Flute), Addie Petrik (French Horn), Kingsley Plumer (Percussion), Gabe Schaffer (Percussion), Isabelle Schrag (Trumpet), and Molly Tucker (French Horn).

VCMS 7th Grade Band Earned "Superior" Ratings while the VCMS 8th Grade Band received and "Excellent" Rating in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Andover Middle School February 2nd. Both the 8th and 7th Grade Bands earned the highest point totals of the day. 6 Superior Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students.

5 Superior VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students-KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 2nd, 2022.

Both The VCHS Symphonic Winds and Symphonic Band earns "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 13th.

15 Superior & 1 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Salina South High School.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2021-2022

Most Improved 6th Grade Band Member: Gabe Roland
Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Addison Petrik
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Sallie Longwell
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Victoria McClure
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Jenna Ju
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Owen White
Hornet Service Award: Hudson Brown
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Acacia Kelly
John Philip Sousa Award: Braden Maltz
George Naylor Scholarship: Chase Bennett

2020-2021

Senior Alto Sax & Drum Major Brenden Vining selected 1st Alto Sax of the South Central Kansas Music Educators District 5/6A Jazz Ensemble.

VCHS Band Students Dominic Phillips (Flute), Allison Reid (Flute), Brenden Vining (Alto Sax), and Owen White (Baritone) making positions in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Band. Jeffrey Ju (9th Chair Cello) and Jenna Ju (13th Cello) earned positions in the SCKMEA District Orchestra.

VCMS 8th Band Member Connor Harrison auditioned and earning a trombone position in the Kansas John Phillip Sousa Honor Band.

VCHS Senior Flute Teagan Horning and Sophomore Baritone Owen White selected to the 1 per part Wichita State Honors Ensemble.

Sophomore Baritone Owen White earns a position in The Wichita Youth Wind Ensemble.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2020-2021:

Outstanding 6th Grade Band Member: Grant Nold
Most Improved 6th Grade Band Member: Eli Miller
Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Braedon Crain, Molly Tucker
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Victoria McClure
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Jenna Ju, Max Wallman
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Owen White
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Braden Maltz
Hornet Service Award: Kekoa Vincent, George Wallman
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Daniel Hammond, Brenden Vining
John Philip Sousa Award: Teagan Horning, Dominic Phillips
George Naylor Scholarship: Teagan Horning

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2019-2020

Junior Alto Sax Brenden Vining performed as 2nd Alto of the Mid-Kansas Jazz Ensemble.

Freshmen Baritones/Euphonium Students Abigail Garrett and Owen White participating as part of the Wichita Symphony Wind Ensemble. Both students also earned positions in the Kansas John Philip Sousa Bands.

Sophomore Lejer McDaniel performs as part of the Kansas State University All-Star Marching Band.

Hornet Marching Band finished 7th Overall in the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 12th.

The 2019 Hornet Marching Band places 3rd in the White Division at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band performed an overall 15th finish out of 28 performing ensembles from across the state featuring some of the elite band programs of Kansas.

VCMS Band Students for the 2019 Wichita Suburban League Honor Band: Reese Bieker (Percussion), Aidian Case (Bass Clarinet), Josh Cox (Trumpet), Trey Heitsman (Baritone), Jenna Ju (Clarinet), Lindsey Kinkelaar (Trombone), Macee Lehr (Flute), Alonzo Marquez (Alto Sax), Victoria McClure (Trombone), Cambree Ricks (Trombone), Amanda Sexton (French Horn), Kelsey Sexton (Clarinet), Aaron Titus (Trumpet), Max Wallman (Tuba), Grant Waterson (Trumpet), Natalie Webb (Flute), & Ava Wiechman (French Horn).

The VCHS Hornet Marching Band completed the 2019 season in 2nd place out of 25 bands at the Neewollah Marching Festival also achieving High Drums, Tie for High Guard, and Outstanding Drum Majors.

VCHS Band Students earning positions in the 2019 South Central Kansas Music Educators 5/6A District Band & Orchestra:

Abigail Garrett (1st Chair Baritone-5/6A Band)
Danny Hammond (2nd Chair Percussion, Orchestra)
Teagan Horning (2nd Chair Flute-Orchestra)
Jeffrey Ju (Alternate Cello-Orchestra)
Lei Ann May (3rd Chair Trumpet-5/6A Band)
Lejer McDaniel (3rd Chair Percussion-5/6A Band)
Timothy McHattan (Alternate Trumpet-5/6A Band)
Chase Miller (4th Chair Trombone-5/6A Band)
Dominic Phillips (3rd Chair Flute-Orchestra)
Allison Reid (11th Chair Flute-5/6A Band)
Kekoa Vincent (12th Chair Trumpet- 5/6A Band)
Owen White (3rd Chair Baritone-5/6A Band)

Selected VCHS Band Students performed in the Wichita State University High School Honor Band: Alex Asmussen, Konnor Brown, Hudson Brown, Samantha Chavez, Daniel Hammond, Teagan Horning, Megan Jones, Brynlynn Jones, Jeffrey Ju, Melissa Lay, Skyler Leland, Gwen Lockard, Brianna Lowder, Braden Maltz, Lejer McDaniel, Timothy McHattan, Chloe Peterson, Dominic Phillips, Allison Reid, Hope Rogers, Kekoa Vincent, Brendan Vining, Tripp Waters

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2019-2020:

Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Owen White (Baritone)
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Lejer McDaniel (Percussion)
Outstanding Junior Band Members: Danny Hammond (Percussion), Teagan Horning (Flute)
Hornet Service Award: Kaleo Vincent (French Horn/Mellophone)
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Chase Miller (Trombone)
John Philip Sousa Award: Chase Miller (Trombone)

2018-2019

Sophomore Alto Sax Brenden Vining earn an alternate position in the 2018 SCKMEA District Jazz Ensemble.

Senior Bassoon Sophie Peterson continues memberships with the Wichita Youth Symphony.

VCMS Band Students for the 2018 Wichita Suburban League Honor Band: Allison Reid- Flute/Isabelle Granger-Oboe/Jenna Ju, Ashlyn Nelson, & Isaac Schrag -Clarinet/Tamara Waters-Bass Clarinet/Bryson Jones-Alto Sax/Aaron Titus & Maggie Weihe-Trumpet/Lindsey Kinkelaaar-Trombone/Owen White-Baritone/Max Wallman-Tuba/Cheyenne Cicirello-Percussion.

Hornet Marching Band finished 7th Overall in the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 13th.

The 2018 Hornet Marching Band places 4th in the Blue Division at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band performed an overall 10th finish out of 25 performing ensembles from across the state featuring some of the elite band programs of Kansas.

The VCHS Hornet Marching Band completed the 2018 season in 2nd place out of 22 bands at the Neewollah Marching Festival also achieving High Drums and Outstanding Drum Majors.

VCHS Band Students earning positions in the 2018 South Central Kansas Music Educators 5/6A District Band & Orchestra:

Jeffrey Ju (14th chair Cello- Orchestra)
Dominic Phillips (2nd chair Flute-Band)
Kristen Schrag (7th chair Flute-Band)
Emily Newton (8th chair Flute-Band)
Sophie Peterson (1st chair Bassoon-Band)
Lei Ann May (5th chair Trumpet-Band)
Chase Miller (9th chair Trombone-Band)
Dale Hatfield (1st chair Tuba-Band)

VC Senior Bassoonist Sophia Peterson selected 3rd chair in the 5/6A All-State Band

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earned "Superior" Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Derby Middle School February 27th. Both the 8th and 7th Grade Bands earned the highest point totals of the day. 17 Superior/1 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students.

38 Superior VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students-KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 6th, 2019.

The VCHS Wind Ensemble receives straight "1's" from the 3 judges for anoverall "Superior " Rating in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 10th. The Concert Band performed to an "Excellent" Rating.

36 Superior & 3 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Emporia High School.

Senior Bassoonist Sophie Peterson performed Concerto Competition with the Delano Orchestra receiving a $250.00 prize for third place in the competition.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2018-2019:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Reese Bieker & Max Wallman
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Bryce Jones
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Lejer McDaniel
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Brenden Vining
Outstanding Junior Band Members: LeiAnn May & Chase Miller
Hornet Service Award: Zach Rankin
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Zach Rankin
George Naylor Scholarship: Kristen Schrag
John Philip Sousa Award: Sophia Peterson & Dale Hatfield

2017-2018

Senior Flute Section Leader Amber Cox was awarded Best Camper at the Kansas State Leadership & Auxillary Camp in July of 2017.

Seniors Matt Clark (1st Alto Sax) and Gabe Karst (2nd Trombone) earn positions in the 2017 SCKMEA District Jazz Ensemble.

Junior Bassoon Sophie Peterson & Senior Trombone Gabe Karst continues memberships with the Wichita Youth Symphony.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band receives a straight Superior Ratings in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State October 7th.

VCMS Band Students for the 2017 Pioneer League Honor Band: Bethany Schrag- Flute/Ashlyn Nelson, Noelani Rowsey-Clarinet/Jayda Williams-Bass Clarinet/Braden Maltz-Alto Sax/Hudson Brown, Noah Schrag-Trumpet/Rae Parsons-French Horn/Sam Wallman-Trombone/Owen White-Baritone/Kelci Kipp-Tuba/Ella Weichman-Percussion.

Hornet Marching Band finish 4th in Division & 10th Overall in the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 14th. Finals was canceled due to weather.

The 2017 Hornet Marching Band places 3rd in the Blue Division at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band performed an overall 7th place finish out 22 performing ensembles from across the state featuring some of the elite band programs of Kansas. The highest placement for a Valley Center Band in KBA Competition.

Senior Drum Major and Trombone Gabe Karst was selected to perform at Carnegie Hall as part of the High School Honors Performance Series with some of the top high school musicians from around the world. Auditions were based on 18,000 that were processed to select a group of 700. Students from all 50 states as well as several countries — including Canada, Australia, China, Mexico, South Korea and the United Kingdom — were chosen. Finalists were in New York City for five days in February, learning from master conductors and performing at Carnegie Hall.

VCHS Band Students earning positions in the 2017 South Central Kansas Music Educators 5/6A District Band & Orchestra:

Garrett Rogers (1st chair Flute Band)
Emily Newton (7th chair Flute Band)
Sophie Peterson (1st chair Bassoon Orchestra)
Cole Ashcraft (Bari Sax Band)
Lei Ann May (Trumpet Alternate Band)
Gabe Karst (2nd chair Trombone Orchestra)
Dale Hatfield (1st chair Tuba Band)

VCHS Band Students with positions in the 2018 KMEA All State Ensembles: Dale Hatfield-4th Chair Tuba 5/6A Band, Gabe Karst- Bass Trombone 5/6A Jazz Ensemble, & Sophie Peterson-3rd Chair Bassoon 5/6A Band, Cole Ashcraft Bari Sax Alternate 5/6A Band.

VCHS Band Students Samantha Chavez, Danny Hammond, Teagan Horning, Chase LaMastres, Lei Ann May, Jarrod McCurry, Austin Miller, & Tripp Waters pariticpated in the Wichita State Honor Band January 26th & 27th under the direction of Dr. Timothy Shade.

Junior Bassoon and Piano Student Sophie Peterson earned "Superior" Performances at both KSHAA Regional & State Piano Festivals.

25 Superior VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students-KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 14th, 2018.

The VCHS Concert Band & Wind Ensemble both performs to overall "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 18th. The Concert Band receives straight "1's" from the 3 judges.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earned "SUPERIOR" Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Mulvane Middle School April 25th. 36 Superior/1 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2017-2018:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Cheyenne Cicirello
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Lejer McDaniel
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Tripp Waters
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Hannah Kirk
Outstanding Junior Band Members: Dale Hatfield, Zach Rankin
Hornet Service Award: Cade Ciesielski
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Cole Ashcraft, Matt Clark
George Naylor Scholarship: Cole Ashcraft
Bevie Scholarship (Bev Armstrong): Gabe Karst
John Philip Sousa Award: Gabe Karst

2016-2017

Senior Tuba Joe King performed with the Kansas State Lions Concert Band in Baldwin, Kansas June of 2016.

Senior Trumpet Section Leader Evan Morales was awarded for Outstanding Attitude at the Kansas State Leadership & Auxiliary Camp in July of 2016.

VCMS Band Students for the 2016 Pioneer League Honor Band: Samantha Chavez, Teagan Horning- Flute/Brynlynn Jones, Erin Throne, Melissa Lay, Maddie Hamm-Clarinet/Jeffery Ju, Brenden Vining-Alto Sax/Caleb Rose, Kekoa Vincent, Hudson Brown-Trumpet/Ben Lutz-French Horn/Garrett Craft-Trombone/Dominic Santiago-Baritone/Dale Waters, Daniel Hammond-Percussion.

Junior Trombone Gabe Karst 2nd Trombone in the 2016 South Central Kansas Music Educators Association District Jazz Ensemble.

Sophomore Bassoon Sophie Peterson & Junior Trombone Gabe Karst earned positions with the Wichita Youth Symphony.

The Hornet Marching Band places 3rd in Class 5A at the Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band earned the high caption award in Colorguard for the 5A Class. The Band performed an overall 10th place finish out 21 performing ensembles from around the state of Kansas.

VCHS Band Students Garrett Rogers- 2nd Chair Flute, Sophie Peterson- 2nd Chair Bassoon, Sarah Wolfe- 2nd Chair Alto Sax, Matt Clark- Alternate Alto Sax, Cole Ashcraft- Bari Sax, Gabe Karst- 3rd Trombone, & Dale Hatfield- 1st Chair Tuba gained positions in the 2016 South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Band.

VCHS Colorguard Members Adelynn Hewlett, Caroline Norman, & Anna Qualls accepted as members of the ICT Independent Winterguard competing around the Mid-West and at the WGI World Championship in Dayton, Ohio.

VCHS Band Students Gabe Karst (3rd Trombone-5/6A Band) & Garrett Rogers (4th Chair Flute-5/6A Band) gained positions in the Kansas Music Educator Association All-State Ensembles. Bari Sax Cole Ashcraft was named as sole alternate in both the State Band & State Jazz Ensemble.

32 Superior VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students-KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 8th, 2017.

The VCHS Wind Ensemble performs to overall "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 12th. The Wind Ensemble receives straight "1's" from the 3 judges for a 3rd straight year. The VCHS Concert Band recieves an overall "Excellent" Rating.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earned "SUPERIOR" Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Circle Middle School April 19th. 33 Superior/2 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students.

28 Superior & 2 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Emporia High School.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2016-2017:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Hudson & Konnor Brown
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Teagan Horning/Dale Waters
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Hannah Kirk
Outstanding Sophomore Band Members: Sophie Peterson/Zach Rankin
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Amber Cox/Madison Isham
Hornet Service Award: Miranda Dessenberger/Evan Morales
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Cameron Riley/Derek Schrag
George Naylor/Norma Daniels/Valley Player Scholarships: Sarah Wolfe
John Philip Sousa Award: Sarah Wolfe

2015-2016

Senior Drum Major Jayden McCall awarded Best Conductor at the Kansas State Leadership & Auxiliary Camp in July of 2015.

VCMS Band Students for the 2015 Pioneer League Honor Band: Sam Benz, Mallory Feather- Flute/Ashlynn Esgro-Oboe/Brynlynn Jones, Kitara Thompson-Clarinet/Allie Decker-Bass Clarinet/Josh Dessenberger-Alto Sax/Sophia McNeil-Tenor Sax/Lei Ann May, Caleb Rose, Joey Spratt-Trumpet/Ben Lutz, Jared Newton, Danielle Somers, Kaleo Vincent-French Horn/Garrett Craft, Chase Miller-Trombone/Dominic Santiago-Baritone/Jace Crass, Ray Flora, Dale Waters-Percussion.

Valley Center Instrumental Music and Parent Band Aide Organization hosted the 5th Hornet Marching Invitational October 3rd with the "Big Blue Band" of Enid High School (Oklahoma) placing first as Champion for a second year.

Trombone Gabe Karst & Bassoon Sophie Peterson selected for the Wichita Youth Symphony Orchestra.

Baritone Sax Devin Hatfield selected to the 2015 Mid-Kansas Jazz Ensemble.

Devin Hatfield (Bari Sax) & Gabe Karst (4th Trombone) selected to the 2015 5/6A South Central KMEA District Jazz Band.

The Hornet Marching Band places 2nd in Class 5A at the Inaugural Kansas Bandmasters Association State-Wide competition at Washburn University. The Band earned the caption awards High Music & High Percussion for the 5A Class. The Band performed an overall 10th place finish out 21 performing ensembles from around the state of Kansas.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band receives a Superior Rating in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State October 24th.

VCHS Band Students Dale Hatfield (3rd Chair Tuba), Devin Hatfield (Bari Sax), Gabe Karst (5th Chair Trombone), & Garrett Rogers (9th Chair Flute) selected to the 5/6A South Central Kansas Music Educator Association District Band.

VCHS Guard Members: Julianna Sorenson, Anna Qualls, Jeannie Qualls, Sydney Farney for making positions with the 2015 Expressions Independent Winterguard.

VCHS Band Students Devin Hatfield (Bari Sax-5/6A Band), Gabe Karst (Bass Trombone-Jazz Ensemble), & Garrett Rogers (9th Chair Flute-5/6A Band) perform in Kansas Music Educator Association All-State Ensembles.

38 Superior VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students-KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Eisenhower High School April 9th, 2016.

The VCHS Concert Band & Wind Ensemble performs to overall "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 13th. The Wind Ensemble receives straight "1's" from the 3 judges for a 2nd year.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands earned "SUPERIOR" Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at VCMS April 20th. 32 Superior/3 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students in the Pioneer League Music Festival.

17 Superior & 17 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Emporia High School.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2015-2016:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Teagan Horning, Tripp Waters
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Kaleo Vincent
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Dale Hatfield
Outstanding Sophomore Band Members: Amber Cox, Gabe Karst
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Miranda Dessenberger, Evan Morales
Hornet Service Award: Courtney Sayers, Jayden McCall
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Devin Hatfield
George Naylor Scholarship: Devin Hatfield
John Philip Sousa Award: Jace Blankenship, Ethan Hogan

2014-2015

Valley Center Instrumental Music and Parent Band Aide Organization hosted the 4th Hornet Marching Invitational October 4th with the "Big Blue Band" of Enid High School (Oklahoma) placing first as Champion.

Hornet Marching Band finish 7th Overall in the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 18th. VCHS Drum Majors Wesley Crow & Jayden McCall earn the High Drum Major Award for the event.

Hornet Marching Band ends the 2014 Marching Season placing 2nd in Division & 7th Overall out of 23 performing ensembles in the Heart of America Marching Festival at the University of Kansas November 1st.

21 VCMS 7th & 8th Graders selected for the 2014 Pioneer League Honor Band: Sam Benz (Flute), Gary Cicirello (Trombone), Josh Dessenberger (Alto Sax), Ashlynn Esgro (Oboe), Sidney Farney (Clarinet), Gavin Fitch (Percussion, Kara Harden (Flute), Dale Hatfield (Tuba), Harlie Hickey (Horn), Cameron Maltz (Trumpet), Lei Ann May (Trumpet), Justin Mosher (Percussion), Sophie Peterson (Bassoon), Nathan Schaar (Trombone), Sarah Schaar (Alto Sax), Kristen Schrag (Flute), Libby Schurle (Clarinet), Jessica Sharp (Clarinet), Danielle Somers (Horn), Joey Spratt (Trumpet), & Kaleo Vincent (Horn) They performed November 1st at Haysville Middle School.

Trombone Gabe Karst selected 1st Chair Trombone in the Wichita Youth Symphony Repertory Orchestra along with Flute Amanda Smith, Oboe Olivia Minihan, & Wesley Crow performing in the Youth Symphony.

Trombone Wesley Crow and Baritone Sax Devin Hatfield selected to the 2014 Mid-Kansas Jazz Ensemble.

Devin Hatfield & Wesley Crow selected to the South Central KMEA District Jazz Band.

8 VCHS Band Students gained positions in the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association 5/6A District Honor Band: Garrett Rogers (1st Chair Flute), Amanda Smith (4th Chair Flute), Devin Hatfield (1st Chair Bari Sax), Logan Burks (5th Chair Horn), Gabe Karst (1st Chair Trombone), Wesley Crow (2nd Chair Trombone), Steven Binau (3rd Chair Trombone), & Cole Klinkhammer (Percussion).

VCMS 8th Grade Tuba Student, Dale Hatfield selected 2nd chair tuba in the John Philip Sousa Jr Honor Band at KU in January.

VCHS Band Students Amanda Smith-9th Chair Flute 5/6A All-State Band & Wesley Crow-3rd Chair Trombone All-State Jazz Ensemble. Bari Sax Devin Hatfield selected as an alternate for the 5/6A Band.

30 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Andover Central High School.

The VCHS Wind Ensemble performs to straight "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 15th. The VCHS Concert Band recieves an overall "Excellent" Rating.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earned STRAIGHT "SUPERIOR" Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at VCMS April 22nd. 32 Superior/3 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students in the Pioneer League Music Festival.

17 Superior & 17 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Emporia High School.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2014-2015:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Lei Ann May
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Dale Hatfield
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Gabe Karst
Outstanding Sophomore Band Members: Miranda Dessenberger, Evan Morales
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Devin Hatfield
Hornet Service Award: Wesley Crow & Trey Sampson
George Naylor Scholarship: Wesley Crow
John Philip Sousa Award: Amanda Smith & Cole Klinkhammer

2013-2014

Valley Center Instrumental Music and Parent Band Aide Organization hosted the 3rd Hornet Marching Invitational October 5th with the Maize South Mavericks placing first as Champions for the first time.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band receives a Superior Rating in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State October 19th. VC Colorguard and Drumline earned "1" Ratings in each of their captions.

Hornet Marching Band finish the 2013 marching season making VC Band History for a first ever placement in Finals at the Shawnee Mission North Invitational October 26th. The Band finished 8th overall.

8 VCHS Band Students earn placement in the 2013 SCKMEA District Band: Amanda Smith- 3rd Chair Flute, Olivia Minihan-2nd Chair Oboe, Emily Stone- 3rd Chair Bass Clarinet, Devin Hatfield-1st Chair Bari Sax, Logan Burks- 4th Chair Horn, Wesley Crow- 4th Chair Trombone, Steven Binau- 9th Chair Trombone, Cole Klinkhammer.

17 VCMS 7th & 8th Graders selected for the 2013 Pioneer League Honor Band: Garrett Rogers/Kara Harden/Kristen Schrag-Flute, Jessica Sharp/Sydney Farney/Alex Turner-Clarinet, Cole Ashcraft-Bass Clarinet, Scott McCune-Alto Sax, Edi Reese/Pierce White-Trumpet, Olivia Santiago/Sailor Sulier-French Horn, Janette Duerksen/Gabe Karst-Trombone, Joe Petrakis-Tuba, Alora Klinkhammer/Carter Nold- Percussion.

VCMS 8th Grade Trombonist Gabe Karst performing with the John Philip Sousa Band &VCHS Junior Trombonist Wesley Crow with the Prairie Winds in Lawrence.

32 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival @ Andover Central High School.

Both the VCHS Concert Band & Wind Ensemble performs to overall "Superior " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School April 15th. The Wind Ensemble receives straight "1's" from the 3 judge panel.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earn Superior Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Eisenhower Middle School in April.

The VCHS Concert Band earns a Superior Rating & 1st in Class in the Music in the Parks Competition at St. Louis, Missouri in April. VCHS Jazz performed to a Excellent Rating as well on a trip enjoyed by all the students, parents, & staff.

VC Band Students Wesley Crow, Gabe Karst, & Amanda Smith gained positions in the Wichita Youth Symphony. Garret Rogers won the middle school portion of the TACK Competition held at Wichita State.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2013-2014:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Jessica Sharp/Justin Mosher
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Edie Reese/Gabe Karst
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Evan Morales/Sarah Wolfe
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Ethan Hogan/Jacob Karst
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Wesley Crow/Cole Klinkhammer/Amanda Smith
Hornet Service Award: Valerie Dunn
George Naylor Scholarship: Anna Taylor
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Jared Kirkland
John Philip Sousa Award: Emily Stone

2012-2013

3 VCHS students selected for the South Central Kansas Music Educators Association District Jazz Ensemble: Devin Hatfield (Bari Sax), Wesley Crow (Trombone), & Jared Kirkland (Bass Alternate).

Valley Center Instrumental Music and Parent Band Aide Organization hosted the 2nd Hornet Marching Invitational October 13th with the Buhler Marching Crusaders placing first as Champions for the second year.

Superior Rating while placing 3rd in Division in the Heart of America Marching Festival at the University of Kansas October 20th.

Hornet Marching Band finish the 2012 marching season with Superior Ratings for Parade & Field Show Performance at the Neewollah Marching Festival in Independence, Kansas October 27th.

10 VCHS Instrumental Music Students along with 2 student alternates selected to the 2012 SCKMEA District Honor Band and Orchestra: Lauren Burks (Oboe-Band), Logan Burks (Horn-Orchestra), Shannon Crow (Oboe-Band), Wesley Crow (Trombone-Band), Kevin Friend (Alternate Clarinet-Band), Cameron Gillespie (Clarinet-Band), Devin Hatfield (Bari Sax- Band), Claire Kirkland (Flute-Band), Cole Klinkhammer (Percussion-Band), David Ortiz (Alternate Percussion-Band), & Amanda Smith (Flute-Band). Oboe Student Shannon Crow & Baritone Sax Devin Hatfield 1st Chairs in the 5/6A District Band.

19 VCMS 7th and 8th Grade Band Students selected to the 2012 Pioneer League Honor Band performing in Ark City: Loryn Smith & Garrett Rogers (Flute), Marisa Rodriguez, Miranda Dessenberger, & Rachel Hendershot (Clarinet), Corbin Alderson, Sarah Wolfe, & Scott McCune (Alto Sax), Marissa Molina (Bass Clarinet), Gavin McDonald (Bari Sax), Edi Reese (Trumpet), Derek Schrag (French Horn), Aaron Unruh (Trombone), Colby Rogers & Michael Fonseca (Baritone), Tristan Ducummon & Joe Petrakis (Tuba), Abby Musgrove & Laura Schaar (Percussion).

VCHS Colorguard Members Coryn Oritz, Jackie Pean, Kat Smalley, & Lexi Anderson perform & compete with the Wichita Winterguard "Expressions".

Shannon Crow (Oboe), Wesley Crow (Trombone), & Cole Klinkhammer (Mallet Percussion) selected for the 2013 KMEA 5/6A All-State Band. Oboist Lauren Burks was selected as alternate for the 5/6A Band.

38 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival.

The VCHS Wind Ensemble performs to a overall "Superior " Rating while the VCHS Symphonic earned " Excellent " Ratings in the State Large Group Festival at Wichita East High School.

23 Superior & 15 Excellent Ratings given to VCHS Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival at Emporia High School.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earn Superior Ratings in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Goddard Middle School. 17 Superior/3 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students in the Pioneer League Music Festival at Goddard Middle School.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2012-2013:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Gabe Karst & Edie Reese
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Missy Molina & Sarah Wolfe
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Devin Hatfield
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Cole Klinkhammer
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Jared Kirkland & David Ortiz
Hornet Service Award: Matt Dolezal
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Blade Black
John Philip Sousa Award: Shannon Crow & Lauren Burks

2011-2012

VCHS Band Students Madi Swift, Laramie Unruh, Christy Collins, Garrett McDannald, & Logan Zane represented Valley at THE CAMP. They earned the All-School Award for BEST ATTITUDE representing Colorguard & Section Leaders in June of 2011.

Senior Drum Major Eli Karst awarded High Drum Major at the Phantom Regiment Drum & Bugle Corps Drum Major Camp in Rockford, Illinois in June of 2011.

Senior Flute Student Faith McDaniel became a Four Year Member of the Kansas Lions All-State Band that performed at Baker University in June of 2011.

VC Students Emily Stone, Logan Zane, Wesley Crow, & Alumni Elisha Stone all gained top chairs in the Fort Hays High Plains Band Camp Honor Band.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band competes in it's first out-of-state competition in Blue Springs, Missouri October 1st.

Valley Center Instrumental Music and Parent Band Aide Organization hosts the First Hornet Marching Invitational October 8th with the Buhler Marching Crusaders becoming the first Champions in a Standstill Competition due to inclement weather.

VCHS Hornet Marching Band recieves a Superior Rating in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State October 15th. VC Colorguard and Drumline earned "1" Ratings in each of their captions.

Superior Rating while placing 8th overall with 20 other Bands in the Heart of America Marching Festival at the University of Kansas October 29th. VC Colorguard achieved Second in their caption while the VC Drumline earned the overall "Outstanding Percussion" of the Festival.

26 VCMS 7th and 8th Grade Band Students selected to the 2011 Pioneer League Honor Band.

5 VCHS Instrumental Music Students selected to the 2011 SCKMEA District Honor Band and Orchestra. Oboe Student, Lauren Burks 1st Chair District Orchestra & Bass Clarinetist, Emily Stone 1st Chair 5/6A District Band.

Junior Oboist Shannon Crow selected 1st Chair in the 2012 KMEA 5/6A All-State Band. Oboist Lauren Burks was selected as alternate for the 5/6A Band.

19 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival.

VCHS Wind Ensemble Superior Rating at State Large Group Festival while the VCHS Symphonic earned a Excellent Rating from a much improved performance being the first year Valley Center was represented with 2 performing ensembles.

VCHS Concert Band 3 Excellent Ratings, 2nd Place & Gold Award, World Heritage Music Festival in Chicago, Illinois. Earns invitation to the "Festival of Gold" held in San Francisco, Chicago, New York, or Washington DC. The VCHS Jazz Ensemble earns a Silver Award.

18 Superior & 2 Excellent Ratings given to Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival.

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earn Superior Ratings at the Pioneer League Music Festival.

26 Superior/3 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students at the Pioneer League Music Festival.

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2011-2012:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Corbin Alderson
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Olivia Minihan
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Wesley Crow
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Katie Bauguess
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Lauren Burks
Hornet Service Award: Eli Karst
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Garrett McDannald
George Naylor Scholarship Award: Logan Zane
John Philip Sousa Award: Brook Lund

2010-2011

VCMS 7th/8th Grade Bands Performed for the first time as a Marching Ensemble in The 2010 Valley Center Fall Festival.

2nd Place Overall with a score of 70.0 at The 2010 Goddard Fall Festival Of Bands October 2nd. Eli Karst and Matt Dolezal chosen as High Drum Majors for second straight year. VC Colorguard and Drumline placed second in their sub-captions. The Band also achieved 2nd place in Parade Performance.

Freshmen Jared Kirkland chosen as alternate Bass Player in the SCKMEA 5/6A Jazz Ensemble.

First Ever Superior Rating with Marching Band in the Central States Marching Festival at Kansas State University October 23rd. VC Colorguard and Drumline earned "1" Ratings in each of their captions.

Superior Rating in Marching Band at the Southern Plains Marching Festival in Andover, Kansas. Colorguard achieved a "1" Rating while the VC Drumline finished the season gaining a "1+" Rating.

10 VCHS Instrumental Music Students selected to SCKMEA District Honor Band and Orchestra returning to Class 5A.

22 VCMS 7th and 8th Grade Band Students selected to the 2010 Pioneer League Honor Band.

Senior Violinist Brandon Lay awarded 3rd place in the Wichita Youth Symphony Solo Competition. Earned a full scholarship to any prestigious summer music camp in the country.

VC Band Alumnus, Trombonist Jacob Miller was voted Most Valuable Freshmen in the Kansas State Wildcat Marching Band.

5 VCHS Instrumental Music Students selected to KMEA All-State Orchestra or 5/6A Band.

36 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival

VCHS Symphonic Band Superior Rating at State Large Group Festival

VCMS 7th & 8th Grade Bands Earn Straight Superior Ratings at the Pioneer League Music Festival.

14 Superior/7 Excellent Rated Solo or Ensembles for VCMS Band Students at the Pioneer League Music Festival.

VCHS Jazz Ensemble Performance in the Wichita Jazz Festival at Wichita State University.

Junior Saxophonist Brook Lund accepted to the Prestigious Interlochen Arts Academy held at Interlochen, Michigan during the summer months of July and August.

31 Superior/5 Excellent- Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2010-2011:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Olivia Minihan
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Taylor Mitchell
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Nick Reese
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Lauren Burks
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Brook Lund
Hornet Service Award: Stacy Ashley
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Ian Dowty
George Naylor Scholarship Award: Elisha Stone
John Philip Sousa Award: Brandon Lay

2009 - 2010

2nd Place Field Show/1st Place Parade/Outstanding Drum Majors (Brett Seidl and Jordan Wells)- Goddard Fall Fesitval Of Bands (Oct. 3rd)

Excellent Rating- Central States Marching Festival (Kansas State University, Oct. 10th)

Excellent Rating/Superior Parade Rating- Neewollah Marching Festival (Independence, Kanas, Oct. 31st)

12 VCHS Instrumental Music Students selected to SCKMEA District Honor Band and Orchestra.

29 VCMS 7th and 8th Grade Band Students selected to the 2009 Pioneer League Honor Band.

VCMS Jazz Ensemble performs at the 2009 Kansas Teacher Of The Year Awards. (Nov. 21st)

Senior Drum Major and Clarinet Student, Jordan Wells, performs as part of Macy's Great American Marching Band at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

7 VCHS Instrumental Music Students selected to KMEA All State Band and Orchestra.

60 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA Regional Solo/Ensemble Festival

VCHS Symphonic Band Straight Superior Ratings at State Large Group Festival

VCHS Symphonic Band 3 Excellent Ratings, BEST IN CLASS, Spring In The Park Music Festival- Dallas, Texas

VCHS Jazz Ensemble 2 Excellent and 1 Superior Rating, BEST IN CLASS, Spring In The Park Music Festival- Dallas, Texas

VCMS 7th and 8th Grade Bands Straight Superior Ratings at Pioneer League Music Festival.

10 Superior/10 Excellent Ratings for VCMS Band Students performing in solos/ensembles at Pioneer League Music Festival.

27 Superior Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival

30 Excellent Soloists/Ensemble Students KSHAA State Solo/Ensemble Festival

VCMS 8th Grade Band performance with the Wichita State University Concert Band - May 3rd

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2009-2010:

Outstanding 7th Grade Band Member: Wesley Crow
Outstanding 8th Grade Band Member: Christy Collins
Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Wyatt Vieux
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Eli Karst
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Ian Dowty
Hornet Service Award: Brett Siedl
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Jacob Miller
George Naylor Scholarship Award: Jordan Wells
John Philip Sousa Award: Jordan Wells

2008-2009

4th Place Overall - Goddard Fall Festival of Bands

Superior Parade Rating/Excellent Field Show Ratings - Neewollah Fall Festival

French Horn Student Jenna Miller achieved All-State Band for a 3rd year.

Straight Superior Ratings - State Large Group

Valley Center Instrumental Music Awards 2008-2009:

Outstanding Freshmen Band Member: Eli Karst
Outstanding Sophomore Band Member: Ian Dowty
Outstanding Junior Band Member: Jordan Wells
Louie Armstrong Jazz Award: Brian Simpson
George Naylor Scholarship Award: Brian Simpson
John Philip Sousa Award: Jenna Miller