MMS Arts Awards!
2019-2020
The following 8th graders have been recognized by the Murray Middle School Arts Department for their excellence, leadership, passion, talent and work ethic during their time in middle school!
We are so proud of you!
⭐️ - Arts Students of the Month - ⭐️
Each month of the school year, the Arts team sits down to nominate some of our amazing 8th graders from each content area for Arts Student of the Month. From there we narrow it down to the one student who has shined brightly and encouraged others around them to do the same. We are proud to present our 10 Murray Arts Superstars for this school year!
Malia Kasell
Some of her favorite roles in drama were in Mary Poppins, Shrek, & Lunchroom. She also performs with Thalian Association Children's Theatre. She loves to sing and plays the cello. Recently she auditioned for a seat in the Wilmington Junior strings. She also plays soccer and lacrosse. Her favorite foods are sushi and pasta and her advice to other superstars out there is "Just be happy!”. Congratulations Malia, you are a Murray Arts Superstar.
Jack Davies
Parker Bird
Kiley Honsinger
Jacob Worriax
Hannah Wiley
Rebecca Shook
Reese Priddle
She is a cellist and was a member of the 8th grade All-County orchestra. She has participated in performances of Shrek, Lunchroom, Mary Poppins, XYZ Files, and most recently as a chief ancestor in Moana. Her favorite colors are light blue and pink. Her favorite food is anything Italian, and her hobbies are dancing and photography. She is also on the Math Counts and Science Olympiad teams! Her advice to other superstars out there is “it matters not what you’ve done, but what you do with what you’ve done for others“. Congratulations Reese, you are a Murray Arts Superstar!
Jordan Hrkman
Brady Kochan
🌟 - Arts Student of the Year - 🌟
This award is granted to one of the Murray's monthly Arts Superstars (listed above). The Arts team works together to choose a student that we believe to have demonstrated astounding leadership, involvement, dedication and love of craft. We are proud to announce this year's Arts Student of the Year...
🎵 - Bonnie L. Weaver Award - 🎵
This award was created in honor of Murray's very first Band Director, Bonnie Weaver. It is given in recognition of artistic excellence and distinguished leadership within the MMS Falcon Band program. We are pleased to announce the 11th recipient of this prestigious award...
🎺 - David Tyson Legacy Award - 🎺
This award was created in honor of Murray's former Band Director, David Tyson. It is awarded to a student who displays tremendous appreciation, passion and mastery of music within the MMS Arts Department. Presenting the 2nd recipient of this distinguished award...
🎨 - ART - 🎨
Artistic Excellence Award
Awarded to an 8th grade student that has shown great potential in the visual arts. The student goes above and beyond what is asked in class to show a desire to expand their creative horizons. They are always seeking to do more and experience more through the visual arts.
Kiley Honsinger
Jordan Hrkman
Maslyn Rogers
Mason Van Wormer
Madeline Willenbring
🎷 - BAND - 🎷
Director's Award
Awarded to a student who portrays exceptional leadership, integrity and love of craft. This student is someone who holds high standards of excellence for themselves and their peers.
Connor Kadnar
Falcon Jazz Award
Awarded to students who demonstrate vast knowledge and skill in the discipline of jazz. These students are passionate and hard-working role models for their peers.
Oran Johnson
Brady Kochan
Most Outstanding Award
Awarded to students who display outstanding work ethic and skill, while inspiring others to do the same.
Caleigh Brooks
Burke Tribble
Most Spirited Award
Awarded to students who consistently display unconditional love for music and the MMS band program.
Carter Sutton
Elly Ward
Citizenship Award
Awarded to students who show responsibility, loyalty and dedication to the MMS Band program.
Josh Gaskell
Jenna Gefrich
🎶 - CHORUS - 🎶
Mille Passus Award
Awarded to an 8th grader who goes the extra mile. A tradition passed on from my former teacher to me and from me to my students. This person constantly goes out of their way to help anyone around them. Always kind, considerate, passionate and a constant advocate for the Arts.
Hannah Wiley
Director's Award
For a well-rounded 8th grade musician! Not only does this person exemplify all areas of citizenship, spirit and kindness in and out of the classroom, they have also gone above and beyond in learning and excelling at their musical education.
Zamariya Fullwood
Most Improved Musician Award
For the student who strived every day to truly develop their voice, technique, and to learn as much as they could to become a better singer.
Kyndall Booth
Coral Culbreth
Rowan Gurganious
Jordan Hrkman
Mia LeQuire
Jaiden Meyerl
Heaven Russel
Musical Voice Award
For students in the musical who took the time to truly have the best vocal technique and voice on stage.
Parker Bird
Reese Priddle
Josslyn Smith
Tatum Stubbs
Jacob Worriax
🎭 - DRAMA - 🎭
Director's Award
An award in excellence for positivity, generosity and talent on and off stage. For dedication to the Arts, fellow artists and directors.
Malia Kasell
Nichas Pekatos
Jacob Worriax
Thespian Award
For passionate acting, creative spirit and a true love for theatre. The term thespian comes from the first actor, Thespis in ancient greek history. People who are involved in theatre are often referred to as thespians, someone who is dedicated to their craft and enjoys creating theatre, no matter the job.
Will Griffen
Delaney Persic
Josslyn Smith
Natalie Smith
Rising Star Award
An award for rising to the top and continuing to do so in any situation, even in the face of adversity. Always a shining smile for all.
Logan Munn
Parker Bird
Reese Priddle
Jack Davies
🎻 - ORCHESTRA - 🎻
Director's Award
Awarded to student leaders that have consistently gone above and beyond in Orchestra. They participate in multiple orchestra activities outside of the classroom, such as All-County, JERO, private lessons, Junior Strings, and various other playing opportunities.
Jayla Hudson
Brooke Pletcher
Leadership Award
Awarded to students that have shown incredible growth as musicians throughout their time at Murray and demonstrated a very high level of musicianship and leadership in the orchestra.
Malia Kasell
David Lawrence
Outstanding Award
Awarded to student leaders that have consistently gone above and beyond in Orchestra. They participate in multiple orchestra activities outside of the classroom, such as All-Count, JERO, private lessons, Junior Strings, and various other playing opportunities.
Daisy Perez Peralta
Alyssa Thompson
Most Improved Award
Awarded to students that have shown excellent work ethic and determination towards improving on their instrument. They have served as an inspiration for their classmates.
Hollie Boykin
Zane Day
Spirit Award
Awarded to students that show and spread enthusiasm for Orchestra. These are students that are the first to cheer on their classmates and remind us all to stay positive. They also have served as excellent examples of perseverance and strength.
Evan McLaughlin
Citizenship Award
Awarded to students that lead by example in and out of the classroom. They are consistently on time, prepared and receive excellent grades. These students always go the extra mile to help others in need.
Kiley Honsinger
Thank you students for sharing your talents and passion with us these past three years! You are leaving behind quite a legacy. We are proud of you and can't wait to see the amazing things that you go on to do in the future!
Come back to visit!
Love,
Ms. Peoples
Mrs. Medunick
Ms. Guenther
Ms. Patterson
Ms. Sekeres