NO. 14 · Oct 7, 2026
Resolve
This is something I sent to the High School Marching Band this morning. I would encourage you to read it because it has a lot of good life lessons and the reasons why band is…
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14 articlesNO. 13 · Sep 22, 2026
Culture
The school year is now underway, and I think we are all starting to feel settled in. So, it’s time once again to start Mr. V’s Words of Inspiration! It is good to be back…
Read the story ↗NO. 12 · Jun 5, 2026
Thank You!
Happy Last Day of School! I was sitting here this morning thinking about what I wanted to write. Since I started this project, I have been keeping a notepad of all the great things about…
Read the story ↗NO. 11 · May 28, 2026
Contributions and Unsung Heroes
Eight years. This is the amount of time we get to spend with you throughout your journey in the band program. Last night was graduation, and I watched as all of our senior band family…
Read the story ↗NO. 10 · May 22, 2026
Seeking Knowledge
As you know, band can get really busy, and it can be easy to miss questions you may have. I am definitely guilty of this. Today I am thinking about one student in particular. This…
Read the story ↗NO. 9 · May 18, 2026
Contributions
This week is the Senior Class of 2026’s last week of school. Every single one of them is going to experience change after graduation. There is no avoiding that. We can look at change as…
Read the story ↗NO. 8 · May 11, 2026
Tie
Last week was Teacher Appreciation Week, so I want to share something that I do to show my appreciation for you. The question I have been asked a lot is, “Why do you wear a…
Read the story ↗NO. 7 · May 1, 2026
Why?
Happy Friday, everyone! It was a great week. I’m feeling really inspired today because of your hard work and dedication. This is my 7th post, and I’ve really enjoyed the replies, whether you emailed me…
Read the story ↗NO. 6 · Apr 24, 2026
Maturity
Yesterday the High School Jazz Band attended the TAC Jazz Fest in Hastings. It is one of my favorite events of the year. During our time in Hastings, I had the opportunity to talk with…
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